India, June 20 -- A shocking video capturing a man's attempt to grab a crocodile's tail-only to face a swift and sudden retaliation-has gone viral on Instagram, sparking both awe and concern across the internet.

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The clip, shared by wildlife enthusiast Mike Holston-widely known online for his daring encounters with wild animals-shows the tense moment he reaches for the tail of a resting crocodile. As soon as he makes contact, the massive reptile snaps around in a sudden, aggressive lunge, missing Holston by mere inches.

Fortunately, no one was harmed in the incident, and Holston remains remarkably composed despite the harrowing encounter.

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