Overview

• Queensland’s environment department says it is actively investigating two Mike Holston videos filmed in Cape York and is exploring compliance action including fines.
• Animal-welfare advocates, including PETA and Bob Irwin, have condemned the crocodile handling and called for the American creator to be deported or banned from returning.
• Authorities cite on-the-spot fines up to A$8,345 and maximum court penalties up to A$37,500 for interfering with saltwater crocodiles, with a A$27,539 maximum for freshwater species.
• Holston’s posts have drawn tens of millions of views, and researchers warn the viral stunts risk encouraging copycat interactions with wildlife.
• No prosecutions or visa cancellations have been announced, and immigration decisions rest with the federal government as debate continues over stronger enforcement and law reform.