Located 42-km from Chennai (Madras) is a farm where several species of Indian
and African crocodiles and alligators are bred in captivity.
This crocodile bank is on the way to Mahabalipuram and is run by Romulve
Whittaker. About 5,000 species are kept in their natural surroundings in
open pools.
They can be viewed from a safe distance.
The Crocodile Bank occupies an area of 3.2 hectares and has been established
with an aim to protect and conserve the endangered reptile s such as Crocodiles,
Alligators, etc.
Tourists in large numbers visit the crocodile bank to see a variety of reptiles,
all in one place.
