Morena

An adult crocodile was rescued after it strayed into a wheat field in Masoodpur village in Morena district of Madhya Pradesh, frightening local residents, a forest official said on Monday.

The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon in the Sarai Chola area when villagers heard rustling sounds from a wheat field and discovered the reptile.

They immediately informed the forest department, after which a rescue team reached the spot and began an operation to capture the animal.

According to officials, the crocodile was eventually caught after nearly three hours of effort and safely released into the Chambal River.

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“Crocodiles are violent reptiles, and controlling an adult one is not only difficult but also dangerous. Our team ensured their safety while rescuing the reptile after hours of hard work and releasing it into the river,” the official said.