GOLIATH

Goliath came to Gatorama in 1968 as a young adult. He spent the first 30 years living in the front pond, socializing with the older Crocodiles and Alligators. Over time, Goliath began to establish his dominance over territory and animals in the pond. 

In the process, he killed many Alligators and Crocodiles. Anyone that dared challenge him, would be challenged with a fight to the death. It was determined that for the good of the entire colony, that Goliath needed to be isolated. 

Plans were made to move him to a pool where he would be comfortable and unable to kill any more of the endangered American Crocodiles. This is where Goliath lives today. To date, no other Crocodile has been as deadly an Apex Predator as Goliath. This has earned him the name “Killer Croc” and makes him Gatorama’s deadliest animal on record.

 

Goliath Turns 75 

In June 2025, our “Killer Croc” hit a milestone few crocs ever see—75 years young! Goliath has been ruling the swamp longer than most of us have been around, and we couldn’t let the day slip by without a proper party.

Guests joined us for a Goliath-only feed show (because when you’re king, you eat first), followed by cake, games, and plenty of jaw-snappin’ fun with the Gatorama crew.

From hatchling to heavyweight, Goliath has been a living legend—grumpy, glorious, and as unforgettable as the day he arrived. Here’s to many more years of swamp royalty!