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Release of Siamese crocodiles (Crocodylus siamensis) into Virachey National Park, Cambodia
Release of Siamese crocodiles (Crocodylus siamensis) into Virachey National Park, Cambodia
© Pablo Sinovas / Fauna & Flora

Re-Establishing Wild Populations of the Critically Endangered Siamese Crocodile in Cambodia

Grantee Name: Fauna & Flora International

Hotspot
Indo-Burma
Location
Cambodia
Amount
$225,000
Dates
Jun 2021 – Dec 2024
Keywords
Community-based conservation, Ex situ conservation, Freshwater, Species Conservation
Enhance the recovery and viability of wild populations of Siamese crocodile in Cambodia through the release of captive-bred and confiscated animals into protected in-situ sanctuaries. Support community wardens to patrol and protect crocodile sanctuaries, so that crocodile sub-populations can thrive. Raise the profile of Siamese crocodile through news stories and social media. Inform management of Siamese crocodile sub-populations through scientific research and monitoring.
Strategic Direction : 1 Safeguard priority globally threatened species by mitigating major threats

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