Villagers in Malaysia’s Sarawak state are grappling with a rise in crocodile encounters, resulting in 22 deaths between 2023 and 2025. The crocodile population has rebounded to over 25,000, leading to more frequent sightings and attacks.
Crocodile Management Efforts
The Sarawak state government has begun issuing hunting licenses and launched a mobile phone application for the public to report sightings. Authorities have collaborated with licensed hunters and local communities to relocate crocodiles away from rivers near human settlements.
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