Nile crocodiles are frequently killed as problem animals following attacks on livestock or humans, with welfare implications for both crocodiles and the people living alongside them.
Problem animal shooting, if poorly executed, causes wounding and prolonged death. Trapping causes stress, injury and hyperthermia in exposed traps. Relocation of crocodiles is often unsuccessful as they return to home ranges. On farms, welfare standards vary widely: high-density pens, poor water quality and inadequate stunning are documented. The welfare of farmed crocodiles specifically requires improved regulation and monitoring.