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Crocodile Sighting Halts Water Activities at Sentosa Beaches

2/1/2026

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Sentosa Development Corporation confirmed a crocodile sighting on January 31, prompting suspension of water activities at Siloso, Palawan, and Tanjong Beaches.
This marks the first reported crocodile sighting in Sentosa waters.
The reptile was reported by a resident at 6:25 PM and verified by the National Parks Board.
Sentosa Development Corporation has increased patrols and directs sightings to NParks Animal Response Centre.
If encountered, stay calm and back away slowly.

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Story summary

Sentosa Development Corporation confirmed a crocodile sighting on January 31, prompting suspension of water activities at Siloso, Palawan, and Tanjong Beaches.
This marks the first reported crocodile sighting in Sentosa waters.
The reptile was reported by a resident at 6:25 PM and verified by the National Parks Board.
Sentosa Development Corporation has increased patrols and directs sightings to NParks Animal Response Centre.
If encountered, stay calm and back away slowly.