Bounty for fugitive crocodiles

Published: 16/10/2011 at 09:17 PM
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The ancient Thai city of Ayutthaya, which has seen its temple engulfed in the kingdom's flood crisis, has discovered a new menace lurking in the floodwaters -- crocodiles.

A temple surrounded by floodwaters in the ancient Thai city of Ayutthaya. The ancient Thai city of Ayutthaya, which has seen its temple engulfed in the kingdom's flood crisis, has discovered a new menace lurking in the floodwaters -- crocodiles.

Around 100 reptiles are thought to be on the loose after escaping from farms in the area and authorities have issued a 1,000 baht ($33) bounty for each crocodile caught alive, said Public Health Minister Vitthaya Buranasiri.

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banmebkk
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Discussion 7 : 17/10/2011 at 09:17 AM7
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As far as I know the furthest one already swam to dubai, there is also a confirm sighting in cambodia. Some reports in HK and China as well.

I think the crocs looks right at home in the old capital among the ruins.
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Discussion 6 : 17/10/2011 at 06:05 AM6
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Yes! I think D5 has nailed it!
No reporting of animal related deaths ?
Who would bother to take the time to record it anyway?
Better not to report it so Animal lovers like me don't get upset.
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Discussion 5 : 17/10/2011 at 12:51 AM5
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'there have been no known incidents of animal-related deaths resulting from the flooding.'
And what about the three tigers that were reported to have drowned last week?
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Discussion 4 : 17/10/2011 at 12:23 AM4
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How much bounty for the croc from Dubai?
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Discussion 3 : 16/10/2011 at 10:14 PM3
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Risk limb and life for $33 if you catch a croc. That will wake up all the bounty hunters...
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Discussion 2 : 16/10/2011 at 09:52 PM2
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Now the word is out these crocs are fugitives they may be harder to catch. They may go into hiding!
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Discussion 1 : 16/10/2011 at 09:35 PM1
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I'm sorry, but notwithstanding the tragic circumstances of so many, can this be considered comic relief?

Let's see now, I can risk life and limb to capture a live croc for 1,000 smackers, or I can shoot one and sell it to the handbag factory for how much?
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