Genetic study reveals that a captive-bred population could save endangered crocodile from extinction
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The Orinoco crocodile (Crocodylus intermedius) is a critically endangered species native to the Orinoco River basin in Colombia and Venezuela. It is one of the largest crocodilian species in the world, reaching lengths of up to seven meters. Despite its impressive size, it is also the most endangered and least-studied of the New World crocodilians.
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Captive-bred population could save endangered crocodile from extinction
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Cambodian Siamese Crocodile Conservation — Reverse the Red
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Successfully rescued' or 'forcefully removed'? Reclaiming Bangladesh's rivers prove difficult for crocodilians
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Hybrid Cuban-American Crocodiles on the Rise
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Save The Crocodiles by STUDIO GABRETA - Issuu
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Cambodian crocodiles' survival relies on farmers and conservationists
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PDF) Population status of Morelet's Crocodile (Crocodylus moreletii) in Chiquibul Forest, Belize
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Meet the gharial, the most distinctive croc species that really needs our help
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6 Facts About the Endangered Siamese Crocodile
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Cambodian Siamese Crocodile Conservation — Reverse the Red