Prince William has crocodile named after him by Robert Irwin in recognition of Earthshot Prize
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TL;DR
- A 12-foot saltwater crocodile has been named Prince William.
- The naming is a tribute to the Prince of Wales's commitment to wildlife conservation and the Earthshot Prize.
- This crocodile is the 300th to be tagged in a scientific program at the Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve.
- The reptile will be monitored for a decade to gather data on its diet, diving abilities, and the effects of climate change.
- Robert Irwin is an ambassador for the Earthshot Prize, which supports innovative environmental solutions.
- The Earthshot Prize has received thousands of nominations and awarded significant funding since its inception.