Puerto Vallarta crocodile sighting saw a 3.7‑meter reptile swim near vacationers, leading lifeguards and wildlife teams to act fast and move the animal to a safe habitat.
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco - On Monday, July 14, 2025, beachgoers on Puerto Vallarta’s southern shore spotted a large crocodile swimming just meters from the sand. The 3.7‑meter reptile glided through clear water at a busy tourist spot, and visitors watched in shock as it passed close to swimmers and sunbathers. Although no one got hurt, the sight raised alarm and people hurried . . .






