TNPSC Thervupettagam

World Crocodile Day 2025 - June 17

June 23 , 2025 16 hrs 0 min 18 0
  • It aims to raise awareness about the conservation of crocodiles and alligators.
  • It is an initiative of the Belize-based Crocodile Research Alliance.
  • This event in 2025 also commemorated the 50th anniversary of India’s Crocodile conservation project.
  • The 3 main species of crocodiles are found in India,
    • Saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus),
    • Mugger crocodile (Crocodylus palustris), and
    • Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus).
  • Odisha is the only State to host the wild populations of all three native species.

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