Crocodiles that can grow more than 14 feet long are making a comeback in south Florida

After years of being a rare sight in Florida, crocodiles that can grow more than 14 feet long are making their way back to the region in huge numbers.

The reptiles have multiplied 10-fold in the last 40 years in south Florida with about 1,500 crocodiles.

But now they face a new challenge in the area because most of the places they used to call home are now inhabited by humans.

This has resulted in more than 100 calls to Florida wildlife officials last year alone about crocodile-related complaints presenting a new problem for homeowners in the area.

But because the species had been considered 'endangered' for several years, wildlife officials aren't able to immediately remove a crocodile in the area like they would for alligators. Read More