Crocodile captured near Bohey Dulang Island after two days

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00:00A crocodile spotted near Bohe Dulang Island has been captured after evading wildlife authorities

00:07for two days.

00:09The reptile was last seen near Pulau Sibangkat on Wednesday and was successfully caught by

00:13local islanders and resort staff using nets.

00:17Authorities have not confirmed if other crocodiles are present in the area, but parks and wildlife

00:22officials continue to monitor the situation closely.

00:26The sighting, first reported on June 9, prompted Sabah Parks to temporarily close the island

00:31from June 10 to 13 to facilitate crocodile risk mitigation operations.

00:37Sabah Parks said the closure was necessary to ensure public safety and the smooth running

00:42of capture efforts.

00:43A parks officer added that operations will only resume once the area is confirmed safe.

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