8-feet crocodile spotted roaming Maharashtra streets amid heavy rainfall | WATCH
5 months, 3 weeks ago

8-feet crocodile spotted roaming Maharashtra streets amid heavy rainfall | WATCH

India TV News  

An unusual sight emerged from the heavy rains lashing Maharashtra this weekend - a massive crocodile casually roaming a street in Ratnagiri district. An X user has shared its clip with the caption, “A large adult Mugger crocodile on the roads of Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, after heavy rain last night. Hope she/he is safe.” Watch the viral video: Local expert Sandesh Sansare, the operator of the Kokan Crocodile Safari near River Vashishti, explained that due to recent heavy rainfall in Chinchnaka near the Shiv River bend, the crocodile likely ventured onto the roads in search of drier ground. One user showed concern and said, “This is scary.” This isn't the first time heavy monsoon rains have led to crocodile encounters in Maharashtra.

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Man chases away crocodile from Tamil Nadu dam walkway using just stick
6 days, 12 hours ago

Man chases away crocodile from Tamil Nadu dam walkway using just stick

India Today  

An 8-foot crocodile, which had entered the walkway corridor of one of the water channels at Sathanur dam in Tiruvannamalai on Tuesday, was chased away by a worker with just a stick. However, a man was seen chasing the crocodile away without fear only with a long stick. Sources said the crocodile, measuring at least 8 feet long, must have …

UP man carries 20-foot crocodile on his shoulders in jaw-dropping video
4 weeks ago

UP man carries 20-foot crocodile on his shoulders in jaw-dropping video

India Today  

A jaw-dropping video of a young man carrying a massive 20-foot-long, 150-kg live crocodile on his shoulders in Uttar Pradesh’s Hamirpur district has gone viral on social media. According to forest department officials, the crocodile had been spotted last month in a pond in Pauthiyakhurd village. For days, the forest department team, with the assistance of local villagers, worked tirelessly …

Deadly Crocodiles Roaming Freely In Residential Areas, Watch Video To Know Its Impact? | ABP News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Deadly Crocodiles Roaming Freely In Residential Areas, Watch Video To Know Its Impact? | ABP News

ABP News  

In Uttar Pradesh, fear has gripped the regions of Bahraich and Lakhimpur Kheri due to increasing wild animal attacks. While Bahraich deals with the threat of wolves, Lakhimpur Kheri faces a tiger menace, with authorities searching for eight tigers using two drones and 20 cameras. The forest department, led by DFO Sanjay Biswal, is actively tracking the tiger's movements using …

Gujarat rainfall: 24 crocodiles rescued from Vadodara’s residential areas amid heavy rain
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gujarat rainfall: 24 crocodiles rescued from Vadodara’s residential areas amid heavy rain

The Hindu  

A total of 24 crocodiles were rescued from residential areas in Gujarat's Vadodara amid very heavy rains between August 27 and 29, which led to the water level in the Vishwamitri river that flows through the city rising, a forest department official said on Sunday. The river is home to 440 crocodiles, many of which move into residential areas during …

24 crocodiles rescued from Vadodara residential areas in 3 days amid heavy rain
3 months, 3 weeks ago

24 crocodiles rescued from Vadodara residential areas in 3 days amid heavy rain

India Today  

A total of 24 crocodiles were rescued from residential areas in Gujarat's Vadodara amid very heavy rains between August 27 and 29, which led to the water level in the Vishwamitri river that flows through the city rising, a forest department official said on Sunday. The river is home to 440 crocodiles, many of which move into residential areas during …

Monsoon floods, and crocodiles roaming all over Vadodara: What is it about the city that these creatures love so much? Explained here
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Monsoon floods, and crocodiles roaming all over Vadodara: What is it about the city that these creatures love so much? Explained here

Op India  

What if you open the door of your house and witness a massive crocodile that appears to be looking for food, jaws open, right on your doorstep? OpIndia called Karan Singh Rajput, Range Forest Officer, Vadodara Forest Department who stated that more than 14 crocodiles had been rescued until Thursday, August 29, 2024) in this year’s monsoon. Rescue of 14 …

Gujarat floods: Crocodile spotted on the roof of a house in Vadodara | Watch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Gujarat floods: Crocodile spotted on the roof of a house in Vadodara | Watch

Hindustan Times  

A crocodile was spotted on the roof of a house in Gujarat's Vadodara as the state continued to reel under floods after extremely heavy rainfall. A Crocodile was spotted on the roof of a house as heavy rainfall inundated Akota Stadium area of Vadodara in Gujarat. A rescue team from the National Disaster Response Force and state teams rescued people …

At least 200 crocodiles crawl into cities as heavy rains hit northern Mexico, near Texas
5 months, 1 week ago

At least 200 crocodiles crawl into cities as heavy rains hit northern Mexico, near Texas

Associated Press  

MEXICO CITY — Heavy rains associated with Hurricane Beryl and the earlier Tropical Storm Alberto have led at least 200 crocodiles to enter urban areas in the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas, across from Texas, state and federal authorities said this week. Authorities said the heavy rains raised water levels in coastal lagoons, leading the animals to crawl into cities …

8-Foot-Long Crocodile Found Strolling On Maharashtra Street Amid Heavy Rain
5 months, 3 weeks ago

8-Foot-Long Crocodile Found Strolling On Maharashtra Street Amid Heavy Rain

ABP News  

Ratnagiri: An 8-foot-long crocodile was spotted strolling down a rain-swept road in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri on Sunday after it came out of a nearby river. India Today reported that a video of the incident, showing the reptile roaming around in Ratnagiri's Chiplun area, has gone viral. In a similar incident that took place last year, Vadodara residents also spotted a crocodile …

8-foot-long crocodile crosses road in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri, video sends chills down people’s spine
5 months, 3 weeks ago

8-foot-long crocodile crosses road in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri, video sends chills down people’s spine

Hindustan Times  

A crocodile came out of its natural habitat in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri and was seen crossing a road. According to reports, the 8-foot-long crocodile strayed onto the road after being washed away from the nearby Shiva River following the heavy rainfall that lashed the coastal district - Ratnagiri. “Motorists in Ratnagiri encountered a crocodile that had strayed onto the road following …

10-foot-long crocodile attempts to scale railing in UP’s Bulandshahr, video goes viral
6 months, 3 weeks ago

10-foot-long crocodile attempts to scale railing in UP’s Bulandshahr, video goes viral

Hindustan Times  

A video of a 10-foot-long crocodile trying to scale a railing in Uttar Pradesh’s Bulandshahr has gone viral on the Internet and is sending chills down people’s spines. Watch the video here: According to a report by Hindustan, the locals informed the forest officials in Uttar Pradesh, after which Forest Range Officer Mohit Chaudhary, along with crocodile rescue expert Pawan …

Snakes slither into residences, mugger crocodile spotted near Perungalathur
1 year ago

Snakes slither into residences, mugger crocodile spotted near Perungalathur

The Hindu  

A video of a mugger crocodile crawling on a waterlogged road near Perungalathur here amidst heavy downpours due to Cyclone Michaung has gone viral on social media platforms. Video credits: Special Arrangement pic.twitter.com/REyes4YnLJ — The Hindu December 3, 2023 Speaking to The Hindu, Chennai District Forest Officer S. Shanmugam said Nedungundram Road was inspected on Monday morning and that the …

Watch video: Crocodile enters home in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur, stuns villagers
1 year, 1 month ago

Watch video: Crocodile enters home in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur, stuns villagers

India TV News  

In a bizarre incident in the Narayangarh area of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, a massive crocodile found its way into a kitchen, leaving the residents in shock. The revelation unfolded as the women of the house went to prepare tea in the morning, only to find the crocodile comfortably seated on the gas stove. The villagers promptly notified the forest …

Odisha: 3 Killed in Crocodile Attack in 16 Days in Kendrapada; Locals Blame Administration for Inaction
1 year, 5 months ago

Odisha: 3 Killed in Crocodile Attack in 16 Days in Kendrapada; Locals Blame Administration for Inaction

News 18  

The crocodile menace in Kendrapara districts continues to create panic among locals as the deadly reptile killed three persons within 16 days. While two people have been dragged by the crocodile in the last two weeks, another similar incident was reported on Thursday when another person was dragged by the reptile in the Brahmani river. Gangadhar Tarai of Ghagaradia village, …

Video shows massive 10 feet long American crocodile being removed from Florida homeowner's pool
1 year, 6 months ago

Video shows massive 10 feet long American crocodile being removed from Florida homeowner's pool

Hindustan Times  

A massive American crocodile was removed by wildlife officials from the backyard pool of a home in the Florida Keys late last week. A massive American crocodile was removed by wildlife officials from the backyard pool of a home in the Florida Keys A video of the capture shows a group of "trappers" from Pesky Critters Animal Control capturing the …

10-foot crocodile lunges at man while being rescued from a pool. Watch
1 year, 6 months ago

10-foot crocodile lunges at man while being rescued from a pool. Watch

Hindustan Times  

A 10-foot giant crocodile was recently rescued by Pesky Critters Wildlife Control in Florida. Pesky Critters Wildlife Control shared a video of the crocodile being taken out of the pool on Facebook. They wrote, “At 2 am Sunday, June 11, 2023 wildlife officials received a call from a homeowner in Plantation Key at Mile Marker 90 about a MASSIVE 10ft …

4-Foot-Long Crocodile Enters Madhya Pradesh Village, Rescued By Officials
1 year, 8 months ago

4-Foot-Long Crocodile Enters Madhya Pradesh Village, Rescued By Officials

News 18  

Residents of a village in Madhya Pradesh were left terrified when a 4-foot-long crocodile entered a village in Shivpuri district after emerging from a nearby dam. According to reports, a four-foot-long crocodile entered Suda village after emerging from Mohni Dam, three kilometres from Narwar. Following this, a team of officials, including deputy ranger Satish Maurya, forest guards Sunil Kushwaha, Kapil …

Can you spot the perfectly camouflaged crocodile before the clip ends?
1 year, 8 months ago

Can you spot the perfectly camouflaged crocodile before the clip ends?

Hindustan Times  

There is no dearth of animal videos online. From a video of a tiger chasing an Indian gaur to rhinos ‘scaring’ lions while taking a stroll in their natural habitat, there are countless options for those who love watching animal videos. Now, a video that captures a crocodile camouflaged in a muddy puddle has surfaced online and is sending chills …

Crocodile Scare In Chengalpattu: District Collector Debunks Fake Viral Photo
3 years ago

Crocodile Scare In Chengalpattu: District Collector Debunks Fake Viral Photo

ABP News  

Chennai: The recent rains in Chengalpattu district led to flash floods in Tiruchy National Highway between Urapakkam and Guduvancherry areas. Based on the viral image, ABP Nadu contacted Chengalpattu District Collector Ragunath who debunked the claim. The Collector said wrong information that crocodile is seen on GST Road in Vallancheri Koot Road of Chengalpattu district is doing the rounds. The …

Odisha: 10-ft-long crocodile rescued from irrigation canal in Kendrapara
3 years, 2 months ago

Odisha: 10-ft-long crocodile rescued from irrigation canal in Kendrapara

India Today  

A ten-foot long estuarine crocodile was rescued by forest personnel from an irrigation canal in Odisha's Kendrapara district on Wednesday. The crocodile had sneaked into the canal at Padmanabhpur village near Bhitarkanika national park, a forest department official said. After spotting the reptile in the irrigation canal, locals informed personnel of the forest department, who rescued it in a swift …

Video shows family’s close encounter with crocodile after it entered their home in Sri Lanka
3 years, 5 months ago

Video shows family’s close encounter with crocodile after it entered their home in Sri Lanka

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A crocodile sparked panic in …

Panic after crocodile found roaming in Karnataka’s Kogilabanna village
3 years, 5 months ago

Panic after crocodile found roaming in Karnataka’s Kogilabanna village

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: A crocodile paid a surprise visit to the people of Karnataka’s Kogilabanna village in Uttar Kannada district on Thursday. HT Image According to forests officials, the crocodile could have entered the village from Kali river located near the village. On December 3, 2020, a 10-year-old boy, who was herding cattle at a remote village was killed and eaten by …

Crocodile strolls through village in Karnataka, viral video stuns people
3 years, 5 months ago

Crocodile strolls through village in Karnataka, viral video stuns people

Hindustan Times  

Have you ever seen the videos which are scary but also fascinating? The video has now gone viral with many sharing it across different social media platforms. The image taken from the video of the crocodile spotted in Karnataka. Later, forest officials rescued the crocodile & released it into the river,” reads the caption shared along with the video. Just …

11-feet long crocodile rescued from construction site in Gujarat's Vadodara
3 years, 9 months ago

11-feet long crocodile rescued from construction site in Gujarat's Vadodara

India Today  

A crocodile was rescued from a construction site in Gujarat's Vadodara on Saturday. CROCODILE RESCUED FROM DITCH IN VADODARA Arvind Pawar, President, Wildlife Rescue Trust, told ANI that the crocodile was about 10-11 feet long and was found in a ditch. "Gujarat: An 11-feet long crocodile was rescued from a construction site in Kelanpur area, Vadodara. Take a look: Gujarat: …

Crocodile Roaming in Navi Mumbai Sewers for Years Finally Rescued, to Be Relocated to Safe Location
3 years, 10 months ago

Crocodile Roaming in Navi Mumbai Sewers for Years Finally Rescued, to Be Relocated to Safe Location

News 18  

A crocodile was rescued from a sewer in Belapur area of Navi Mumbai on Tuesday, an official from the forest department said. The reptile, measuring 6.43 feet and weighing 35.4 kg, had been roaming in sewers and creeks of Navi Mumbai for many years, and several videos of it have gone viral in the past, the official from the Thane …

Late Night Visit by 5-foot-long Crocodile Causes Mayhem in UP's Hathras
4 years ago

Late Night Visit by 5-foot-long Crocodile Causes Mayhem in UP's Hathras

News 18  

A five-foot-long crocodile, which wandered into a village in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras, was rescued in a late-night operation by Wildlife SOS and the Forest Department, and released into a nearby water body, officials said on Tuesday. The Forest Department was immediately alerted about the incident and contacted the Wildlife SOS team asking for their expert assistance in carrying out the …

Massive 770-pound Crocodile Caught at Tourist Destination in Australia
4 years, 3 months ago

Massive 770-pound Crocodile Caught at Tourist Destination in Australia

News 18  

Wildlife rangers have trapped a 4.4-meter saltwater crocodile at a tourist destination in Australia’s Northern Territory, the biggest caught in the area in years, a wildlife ranger said Monday. The 350-kilogram male was caught in the Flora River at a remote nature park 120 kilometers southwest of the Outback town of Katherine, said Katherine senior wildlife ranger John Burke. A …

Crocodile Casually Walks on Madhya Pradesh Highway, Video of Reptile's Outing Goes Viral
4 years, 4 months ago

Crocodile Casually Walks on Madhya Pradesh Highway, Video of Reptile's Outing Goes Viral

News 18  

Courtesy the lockdown, a lot of wild animals could be seen on the roads while humans were advised to stay indoors. He has also tagged business tycoon Anand Mahindra and Indian Forest Services official Susanta Nanda in the clip. A person, who was mind blown by the video, retweeted it saying, “That crocodile is crawling like a boss.” That crocodile …

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