Miri Crocodile Farm cum Mini Zoo, Crocodile farm and mini zoo in Miri, Malaysia
Miri Crocodile Farm cum Mini Zoo opened on 16 August 1998 on a 9-hectare site near the mouth of the Baram River. Man-made ponds serve as breeding grounds for more than 1,000 crocodiles, and an information centre covers the animals' life cycle and fatal clashes with humans. The farm is registered with CITES.
The farm opened in 1998 as the second crocodile breeding facility in Sarawak, following an earlier one established in Kuching. Over time it has grown to become a destination for people wanting to see these animals and learn about local wildlife.
The farm's information centre presents crocodile biology and the history of fatal clashes between crocodiles and people, alongside the life cycle of the animals kept in the man-made breeding ponds. The site is registered with CITES, the convention regulating trade in endangered species, which frames how the collection is managed.
Walking through the site is straightforward with clear paths connecting the different animal areas. Wear comfortable shoes and prepare for sun or rain, as parts of the grounds are open to the weather.
The farm is registered with CITES, the convention regulating trade in endangered species, and its information centre covers crocodile life cycles and fatal clashes between crocodiles and people. Running the 9-hectare site costs about MYR40,000–50,000 a month, mostly for animal food and the wages of 15 staff.
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