What is the ruling on consuming the crocodile (Timsah)?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Hunting and Slaughter

Book 56 · Issue 4 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

The reports concerning the crocodile indicate that it is not to be eaten.

Supporting text

Al-Awza'i stated that there is no issue with eating it if one desires it. Ibn Hamid stated that neither the crocodile nor the Kawsaj (a type of fish/sea creature) should be eaten because they prey on humans.