An Australian social media influencer and OnlyFans creator, **Jaylie Bonow**, has come under fire after participating in a controversial act with wildlife. She uploaded a video, which she later removed, showing her feeding a chicken—stated to be cooked—to a saltwater crocodile along the banks of the Russell River in Far North Queensland.
This action triggered a rigorous probe by the Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (DESI), as feeding crocodiles is strictly illegal in Australia. The government department has been stern in their response, highlighting the risks such behaviors pose to both people and animals. Feeding wildlife, particularly crocodiles, can increase the animals’ aggression and reduce their fear of humans, potentially leading to dangerous encounters.
Following the spread of the video online, Bonow faced a swift backlash and is now subject to a $2,580 fine for her actions. In response, she uploaded another video apologizing for her behavior, referring to it as a “silly mistake” and emphasizing the need for awareness and respect for wildlife preservation rules.
This event is a somber reminder of the risks involved when interacting with wild animals for online visibility and entertainment. It underscores the necessity for more vigorous enforcement of laws protecting wildlife to avert similar occurrences in the future.
At this moment, further comments from DESI on the matter remain awaited, and it is uncertain if Bonow’s public apology and admission of her error will influence the outcome of the department’s disciplinary measures.
