Crocodile spotted at ECP drain, captured and relocated by authorities

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Singapore ― Although crocodile sightings in Singapore often take place at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, a surprise visit at East Coast Park (ECP) recently went viral on social media. A 1.53-metre

The video showed the crocodile chilling by the water before being taken by authorities for relocation.“Update: croc has been arrested and sent for quarantine order,” quipped Facebook user Atrez who shared the video.

It was reported that the core area of the wetland reserve, which comprises about 150 hectares of wetland habitats, is closed limits to the public.Saltwater or estuarine crocodiles feed and rest in brackish and freshwater areas, residing on mudflats away from visitor routes, added Dr Loo. The sighting of the juvenile croc has also been confirmed to be positive because it is a sign that their population is reproducing.

 

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