A nearly six-foot-long mugger crocodile was rescued from an agricultural field in Madhipur village, Firozabad, in a joint operation by Wildlife SOS and the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department. The reptile was later released into a suitable habitat.
Villagers spotted the crocodile in a wheat field on Wednesday morning before it moved into nearby bushes. Alarmed by the sight, they immediately informed the Forest Department, which then sought assistance from Wildlife SOS.
A three-member rescue team from Wildlife SOS arrived with a trap cage and necessary equipment. After a tense two-hour operation, the team successfully captured and relocated the crocodile.
Wildlife SOS Co-founder Kartick Satyanarayan praised the villagers for their quick response. “This operation wouldn’t have been possible without their prompt alert. It’s encouraging to see growing awareness about reptile conservation.”
Ashish Kumar, Range Forest Officer in Jasrana, expressed gratitude for the NGO’s swift intervention. “The successful rescue was a result of excellent teamwork between Wildlife SOS and the Forest Department.”
Baiju Raj M.V., Director of Conservation Projects at Wildlife SOS, highlighted the challenges of the operation. “With a crowd gathering around the field, we had to ensure their safety while also minimizing stress to the crocodile.”
The mugger crocodile (Crocodylus palustris), also known as the marsh crocodile, is native to the Indian subcontinent and commonly found in freshwater habitats such as rivers, lakes, and ponds.
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