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The Cage of Death (Australia)

Without the cage you wouldn't stand a chance swimming 


with a massive saltwater crocodile. But for brave punters 


who still want to get cozy with a feisty croc, a new 


Australian tourist attraction is offering the chance for a close 


encounter in the safety of a clear acrylic box dubbed the 'cage 


of death.'

Just 4cm of acrylic, a pair of goggles and a swimsuit, 


separate thrill seekers from the jaws of Choppa, a saltwater 


crocodile. The cage has no bars, unlike cages used in shark 


dives, which prevent the reptiles from gripping on, but deep 


tooth scratches are visible on the sides, deterring some 


hesitant participants. Top End tourists climb into the clear 


box before being lowered into Choppa's lair. They then spend 


15 minutes inside the 9ft high cage and watch Choppa, who 


lost both front feet while fighting other crocodiles, try to take 


a bite out of them. (Link | Via)