Pilikula Biological Park receives exotic reptiles and amphibians

MANGALORE: Dr Shivaram Karanth Pilikula Biological Park at Vamanjoor here is now home to 13 rare exotic crocodiles. Joining them are three endangered gharials and four reticulated pythons. The amphibians and reptiles have reached here from Chennai snake park trust and Madras Crocodile bank trust, Chennai, HJ Bhandary, director of the park said.

Continuing the animal exchange programme between the zoos, seven Whitaker's boa, four Indian rock pythons and two female Indian cobras have been given to Chennai zoos.

Animals brought to the Pilikula park include exotic Siamese, African Dwarf, spectacled Caiman and Nile crocodiles. Three endangered gharials and four reticulated pythons have also arrived and are now, open for display to visitors.