Not far from
Mamallapuram, 42 km from Madras, this crocodile
breeding and research centre is run by Romulus
Whittaker. It was set up in 1976. This bank was
started to protect India's dwindling crocodile
population and to preserve the Irula (Snake
catching), tribe's way of life.
This bank has already produced more than 6,000 crocodiles. There
is also a snake farm where anti - venom is produced.
Several species of Indian and African Crocodiles and
Alligators bred in captivity are kept here in open
pools. The snake venom extractions are a great
attraction to the visitors and it help the Irulas
(tribe) to maintain their way of life.
Timings : 10:00 to 16:00. Wednesday to Monday.
Tuesday holiday.
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