Predators Unleashed: The Relentless Battle for Survival in the Wild

For the vulnerable prey, survival depends on escaping these moments of precision. Baby crocodiles, for instance, face a gauntlet of dangers in their first year of life. Only after reaching a size that deters avian hunters can they begin to secure their place in the food chain. Until then, they are reminders that in nature, even the offspring of apex predators are not guaranteed survival.