Croc sightings at Holloways Beach, Lilly Creek, Kamerunga and Cattana Wetlands

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The Department of Environment and Science is investigating reports of large crocodiles around Cairns beaches, and nests in waterways close to the city.

It comes after a crocodile was spotted sunning itself at Holloways Beach at a popular dog walking beach at the weekend.

A DES spokesman confirmed they had received a second-hand report on the QWildlife app on January 14 about a small crocodile sunning itself at Holloways Beach.

It follows an attack last month where a family were left devastated when they lost their beloved black labrador to a large crocodile at the lower Kamerunga footbridge on the Barron River.

The crocodile lurking below its nest in Jabiru lake. Picture: Jon Westaway

A 2.4m crocodile was removed but further investigation highlighted a second crocodile that was targeted for removal by contractors.

It was spotted again late last month near Kamerunga but the report said the crocodile slipped into the water.

The DES also received a report on December 20 about a medium-sized crocodile at Jabiru Lake within the nearby Cattana Wetlands on the bank of the water.

Birdwatcher and photographer Jon Westaway took a snap of what could be the same crocodile recently.

“(It was) at least 2.5 metres, maybe a bit longer as her tail was bent behind her,” Mr Westaway said.

This approximately 2.5 metre Saltwater crocodile was snapped Scratching an itch at Cattana wetlands by photographer Jon Westaway

It not just sightings of crocodiles that are causing a stir with a possible nest sighted at Lilly Creek in Cairns North and reported to DES on January 1.

DES investigated this report but are taking no further action.

The spokesman confirmed they often get reports of crocodile nests that turn out to be scrub turkey nests.

The Crocodile that has made its nest in Cattana Wetlands shows off its powerful jaws. Picture: Jon Westaway

DES confirmed that on January 3, two 2-2.5m crocs were caught near Kamerunga Bridge by contractors as well as a 2.5m crocodile which was removed from Taylors Point on January 13.

The croc lurking below its nest in Jabiru lake. Picture: Jon Westaway

The department is warning people to remain vigilant and safe around all bodies of water over the summer as crocodiles remain more active.

“The Cairns region is known croc country and people in the area are reminded to always be Crocwise,” the spokesman said.

Members of the public are encouraged to report crocodile all sightings as soon as possible, by using the QWildlife app on your smartphone, or by calling 1300 130 372.

DES investigates all reports it receives.

Originally published as Croc sightings at Holloways Beach, Lilly Creek, Kamerunga and Cattana Wetlands