Crocodile Captured After Escaping at Kalayanabhiram Temple in Kalasin

[Georgealbert]

 

 

In a coordinated effort led by the Krai Thong rescue team, a crocodile named “Jao Tui” has been safely captured after it escaped from its enclosure and was found in a temple pond behind Kalayanabhiram Temple in Sahatsakhan district, Kalasin province. Jao Tui, an 8-year-old crocodile approximately 2 metres long, is known for its docile nature and is not considered dangerous.

 

The incident occurred around 13.00 on October 9, when local officials, including Ms. Waewta Narathat, the district chief of Sahatsakhan, and Mr. Boonthong Paocharoen, the provincial fisheries officer, responded to reports of the crocodile’s escape. With the assistance of disaster prevention and relief officers from Non Buri subdistrict and local villagers, they successfully cordoned off the area around the pond, where the crocodile was spotted swimming.

 

 

Mr. Boonthong, the Kalasin provincial fisheries officer, confirmed that there are 297 registered crocodiles in the province, belonging to 13 owners. In Sahatsakhan district alone there are three owners keeping eight crocodiles. The escaped crocodile was fully registered and under official supervision. He noted that capturing Jao Tui presented some challenges due to high water levels in the old stream that feeds the pond, but the team used a wide net to carefully enclose the area and ensure a safe and non-violent capture.

 

“The temple’s pond is surrounded by high walls, and there was no real threat to local residents. However, given the concerns of the community, we decided to take immediate action to alleviate any fears,” Mr. Boonthong stated.

 

Contrary to earlier rumors circulated in local warning groups about a larger 4-metre crocodile aged 25 years, Jao Tui is much smaller and less intimidating. The crocodile has been living at the temple for about 8-10 years, having been donated by a temple patron, and has a calm and non-aggressive temperament.

 

By 16.00 authorities successfully retrieved Jao Tui from the pond, bringing an end to the brief concern for the local community.

 

Picture of the capture.

 

-- 2024-10-10

 

 

[Gottfrid]

36 minutes ago, Georgealbert said:

Jao Tui, an 8-year-old crocodile approximately 2 metres long, is known for its docile nature and is not considered dangerous.

No, no! Of course, a crocodile is not to be considered dangerous. It´s a pet, to cuddle with. Totally predictable, and have absolutely not any instinct to attack what it calls prey.

[hotchilli]

18 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

In a coordinated effort led by the Krai Thong rescue team, a crocodile named “Jao Tui” has been safely captured after it escaped from its enclosure and was found in a temple pond behind Kalayanabhiram Temple in Sahatsakhan district, Kalasin province. Jao Tui, an 8-year-old crocodile approximately 2 metres long, is known for its docile nature and is not considered dangerous.

Say's the two men in a boat?

[john donson]

 is known for its docile nature and is not considered dangerous.

 

lol, like those dogs that kill owners and others, right... so nice