When his get-together was interrupted by an unexpected, well, crocodile, this man brought out his trusty frying pan to handle the situation.

We’ve all had our share of unwanted guests at our parties. Usually, though, we grin and bear through it, no matter how prickly they may be. Well, not this straight-shooting gentleman.

In a viral clip truly embodying the spirit of Australia, a man is seen fighting off a crocodile in his backyard… with a frying pan. Let us set the stage because, reader, this truly is gripping.

The 16-second clip opens on a tense moment. A crocodile lies in wait, watching people mingle about on a wooden patio. The camera spans, and in waltzes our hero – clad in a red shirt, frying pan in hand. Of course, the pan appeared to have been used, surely for some better, more delicious purposes – but we digress.

The man ambles down the stairs, confident and calm. The minute he steps on the ground, the crocodile lunges – but doesn’t get a chance to attack. Two whacks, courtesy of the frying pan, is all it takes for him to realise that this is no ordinary foe.

Of course, the internet found it as gripping as we did. At the time of writing, the video has amassed 1.1 million views, with most comments talking about how absurd, yet awesome, this whole thing is.

“Australians are just built different lol,” said the account that posted the video.

“Pass the frying pan I’m just going to batter this dinosaur,” said another user.

“Sometimes you don’t need to deal with things professionally,” another added.

Start your Saturday morning right. Fight off a croc with a pan.

Check out the viral clip:

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