Rare Siamese Crocodiles Hatch in Cambodia, Boosting Hopes for Endangered Species
July 19, 2024In a significant win for conservationists, 60 rare Siamese crocodiles have hatched in Cambodia's Cardamom National Park.
The discovery follows the finding of 106 eggs in mid-May, with successful hatching occurring between June 27 and 30.
This achievement offers hope for one of the world's most endangered reptiles with only around 1,000 Siamese crocodiles globally, including 300 in the wild in Cambodia.
The species is threatened by poaching for their skins, making the successful hatching a significant boost for their recovery.
The collaborative efforts of local Indigenous People, conservation organizations like Fauna & Flora, and the Cambodian government have been crucial in protecting the area.
Ongoing monitoring aims to ensure the safety and growth of the crocodiles, emphasizing the importance of preserving biodiversity amid threats like deforestation and poaching.
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The New York Times • Jul 17, 2024
Watch Rare Siamese Crocodiles HatchingBBC News • Jul 18, 2024
Near-extinct Siamese crocs make comeback in CambodiaABC News • Jul 18, 2024
106 rare crocodile eggs are found in Cambodia, the biggest such discovery in 20 yearsPhys.org • Jul 18, 2024
'Hope' as 60 rare Siamese crocodiles hatch in Cambodia