Aussie gov't asks locals to come, "pick up" excess crocodiles

An Australian territory's government has put an ad out to locals, asking them to come and "pick up" problem crocodiles that are clogging local waterways.

The Northern Territory (NT) government on Friday has asked locals to help relocate the animals from the territory's rivers and streams, but told them they will not be delivered; instead, prospective buyers will need to load the animals safely onto their own trucks-- alive.

"The contractor shall supply all labor, equipment and transportation to remove crocodiles from the commission service yard," the NT government told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation on Friday.

If the request of a 'bring your own' removal vehicle didn't deter wannabee leather crafters, the NT government also said the quality of the potential crocodile leather was "considered to be third grade" at best, meaning any leather products would not command a high price.

The crocodiles were caught mostly in baited traps and range from anywhere between 1.5 meters in length up to 2.5 meters, meaning those game enough to want to haul away the animals would likely require a truck.

The government also warned those keen on submitting a tender that they must comply with "humane and ethical treatment of the animals, as well as the work health and safety of employees/staff".

Other criteria for potential buyers to be aware of is that they must be prepared to pay a fair price, they must "take all animals caught" and come up with "innovative and unique ideas" to use the crocodiles.

The NT government is taking submissions from the public up until April 1, 2016. Endit