CNA Explains: How common are crocodiles in Singapore and why ...
The crocodiles found in Singapore are estuarine crocodiles, also known as saltwater crocodiles, and scientifically as Crocodylus porosus.
Estuarine Crocodiles - National Parks Board
The species found in Singapore is the Estuarine Crocodile (Crocodylus porosus), also known as the Saltwater Crocodile. This species holds the distinction of being the world's largest crocodile, capable of reaching lengths of 6 to 7 metres .
Large crocodile spotted on Marina East beach will be put down ...
2024年11月13日 · SINGAPORE – A large crocodile spotted on a beach in Marina East Drive on Tuesday will be put to sleep due to concerns over public safety.
I Went Searching for Giant ‘Extinct’ Crocs in Singapore. They ...
2021年6月1日 · Nestled along the muddy banks of the mangrove and well-hidden among its roots was a young crocodile of the saltwater variety, the first I had ever seen in Singapore. It was brown and yellow,...
Saltwater Crocodile - Our Wild Neighbours
Singapore is home to only one species and it is the saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus). They are also referred to as salties or estuarine crocodile. Saltwater crocodiles have been documented from the Indian sub-continent, through South-east Asia and the northern coastline of Australia, to as far east as Fiji.
NParks advises public to stay away from crocodiles after ...
2025年1月7日 · SINGAPORE – Members of the public are advised to stay calm and back away if they encounter a crocodile, after one such reptile was spotted near Yishun Dam. In response to a query from The ...
Marina East croc culled as it was near popular East Coast ...
2024年11月11日 · SINGAPORE – The wild crocodile found near Marina East Drive in October had to be culled because it posed a significant risk to public safety, given its proximity to East Coast Park.