12-ft lengthy crocodile strays into Hayatnagar residential space, rescued

Sharing the small print, the Forest Range Officer of Hayatnagar, Sai Prakash, stated calls had been obtained at round 2.30 am in regards to the crocodile being noticed by the residents at Taramathipet space. It being nonetheless darkish, forest employees arriving on the location stored it below commentary until daybreak, after they undertook rescue operation.

“We sought help from the Nehru Zoological Park and our anti-poaching squad to seize the reptile. They caught it utilizing nets,” Mr. Sai Prakash stated.

The crocodile was a wholesome male, 12-ft lengthy and weighed 120-130 kilograms. The officers are unsure about its dwelling, however surmise that it should have strayed from a drain close by which connects to the Musi river.

“During latest floods when Musi swelled, it should have entered the drain. Other than this, there isn’t a believable clarification,” Mr. Sai Prakash stated. Musi waters are dwelling to many crocodiles, which are sometimes noticed roosting on the boulders by native residents. The rescued reptile has been shifted to the Nehru Zoological Park the place it has been stored below commentary.