Giant crocodile captured alive in Philippines

A giant crocodile weighing one tonne and measuring 21 feet in length has been caught alive by villagers in a remote part of the Philippines.

The saltwater croc has been terrorising the inhabitants of Bunawan township. It killed a water buffalo last month and is suspected of attacking a fisherman back in July. After a three-week hunt and four destroyed traps, hunters finally caught the enormous beast this week.

Cameras filmed the huge croc – believed to be one of the largest caught alive in recent years – bound in ropes and being carried into a clearing by around 100 locals. It is hoped the crocodile will become the star of a new eco-tourism park which is planned for the area. ·