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Cambodia designates Boeung Veal Veng as crocodile reserve

By Drooid · Sep 29, 2026, 10:53 AM UTC · How we work

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Cambodia’s environment ministry designated the 315-hectare Boeung Veal Veng wetland as the first genetic conservation area for Siamese crocodiles.
The Prakas formalizing the designation was signed on July 22, 2026.
Surveys record at least 40 wild Siamese crocodiles living in the wetland.
A natural nest with 17 eggs was found in June 2025, confirming ongoing wild breeding.
Fauna & Flora International has released 246 captive-bred crocodiles, including 100 since 2024.

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Cambodia’s environment ministry designated the 315-hectare Boeung Veal Veng wetland as the first genetic conservation area for Siamese crocodiles.
The Prakas formalizing the designation was signed on July 22, 2026.
Surveys record at least 40 wild Siamese crocodiles living in the wetland.
A natural nest with 17 eggs was found in June 2025, confirming ongoing wild breeding.
Fauna & Flora International has released 246 captive-bred crocodiles, including 100 since 2024.