A brave dad who prised the jaws of a crocodile off his skull in a horror attack while he took an afternoon swim has revealed his injuries.
Mark Ridge, 44, was mauled by the 6.5ft reptile as he took a dip in Lake Placid in Cairns, Queensland, Australia at about 12.40pm on Thursday.
He suffered cuts to his head, face, shoulder and hands after the beast clamped its teeth around his head. Being an experienced swimmer Mr Ridge was able wrestle himself free and wade slowly to shore where he received help.
He was rushed to Cairns Base Hospital and remained alert and awake during the traumatic ordeal. Mr Ridge's daughter Mili said he is "in pain" but will be fine.
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