"Forest Officials and Wildlife Welfare Group Step in to Ensure Rehabilitation and Safety"
A tiny mugger crocodile found itself in an unexpected place—a chawl in Mulund, a suburb in Mumbai's eastern region. Luckily, forest officials came to the rescue and safely removed the reptile from the Ghati Pada area of Mulund (west) on Saturday. They then handed over the baby crocodile to the Thane Forest Department's Mumbai range.
Concerned for its well-being, the forest department entrusted the crocodile to RAWW (Resqink Association for Wildlife Welfare) for a thorough medical examination and rehabilitation. Pawan Sharma, the founder and president of RAWW, who also serves as the Honorary Wildlife Warden with the state forest department, revealed that the little crocodile was in a distressed state. It had been without food for several days, likely due to heavy rains causing its displacement.
Now under the care of wildlife experts at RAWW, the baby crocodile will receive the necessary attention and care to recover from its trauma. The organization will ensure its proper rehabilitation before considering releasing it back into its natural habitat.
The situation has left forest officials puzzled, as mugger crocodiles are typically found in lakes like Tulsi, Vihar, and Powai. How this tiny reptile ended up so far from its natural surroundings remains a mystery. The forest department is currently conducting an investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding its unexpected appearance in the urban environment.
Thanks to the quick response and efforts of the forest officials and organizations like RAWW, this baby mugger crocodile has a chance to thrive once again in a suitable and safe habitat. The rescue serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving natural ecosystems and protecting wildlife, even in bustling urban areas like Mumbai.
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