Dirty Jobs Season 8 Episode 3
Dirty Jobs
Season 8

Ep 3. Journey to Croc Country

  • TV-PG
  • September 5, 2012
  • 41 min
  •   (7)

In season 8 episode 3 of Dirty Jobs titled "Journey to Croc Country," host Mike Rowe takes viewers on a wild ride to the Northern Territory of Australia. Here he explores the unique and dangerous work of crocodile ranching.

The episode begins with Mike traveling to a remote outpost in the Australian outback where crocodile ranchers breed and raise saltwater crocodiles for their meat and hides. The journey is harrowing as they navigate through the unforgiving terrain of the Northern Territory.

The first stop on their journey is a visit to a crocodile egg farm, where Mike gets a behind-the-scenes look at how the eggs are collected and hatched. He then meets with the ranchers who work with the newly hatched crocodiles, and is surprised to learn that the small reptiles are incredibly fast and aggressive.

Next, Mike joins a team of ranchers on a crocodile catch trip. They take a specialized airboat out into the crocodile-infested waters to capture and relocate problem animals. Mike quickly learns that catching live crocodiles is not an easy task and requires a steady hand, quick reflexes, and a lot of courage.

The ranchers also use helicopters to find and capture dodgy crocs that are causing problems for locals or livestock. Mike watches as they track down a large saltwater crocodile lurking in the marshes and catch it with a lasso.

In another segment, Mike joins a group of local hunters as they go on a nighttime hunt for crocs. Using only flashlights and handmade harpoons, the hunters brave the pitch-black waters to capture the prehistoric beasts. Mike is fascinated by the bravery and skill required to capture these dangerous animals in such a primitive fashion.

Throughout the episode, Mike also learns about the history and importance of the crocodile industry in Australia. Crocodile ranching has become a major industry in the North Territory, providing jobs and income for many families in the outback. The ranchers work tirelessly to keep the crocodile population under control and prevent attacks on livestock and people.

As always, Mike's humor and curiosity shine through in this episode as he learns about the dangerous and fascinating work of crocodile ranching. While the work is certainly not for the faint of heart, the ranchers' passion for their craft is evident in every step of the journey.

Overall, "Journey to Croc Country" is an exciting and eye-opening episode of Dirty Jobs that showcases one of the most unique and dangerous professions in the world.

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  • First Aired
    September 5, 2012
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    41 min
  • Language
    English