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Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Largest Crocodile - "Lolong"

 In three weeks or twenty-one days of hunting, They captured one of the largest crocodiles in marshes of Agusan del Sur province, Philippines.
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center announced last Monday the huge 21-ft. saltwater crocodile, weighing 600-pounds. Guinness World Records lists the Australia world-record holder at 17 feet and 11.75 inches. Saltwater crocodiles can live for more than 100 years and grow up to 23 feet.


Largest Saltwater Crocodile Captured news by GMA 24oras
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Philippine laws strictly prohibit civilians from killing endangered crocodiles, with violators facing up to 12 years in prison and a fine of 1 million pesos ($24,000). The Said crocodile or named as "Lolong" will be placed in an ecotourism park.


Environment Secretary Ramon Paje said the gigantic crocodile was captured because it was a threat to the community. He added the reptiles remind that the Philippines’ remaining rich habitats need to be continuously protected.


Giant Killer Crocodile Captured in Philippines (English News)
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21ft long crocodile captured alive in Agusan del Sur, Philippines (Video)
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