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Discussion in 'China' started by Kifaru Bwana, 21 Dec 2014.

  1. Kifaru Bwana

    Kifaru Bwana Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    It has been a long time in coming, but the Suzhou Zoo has finally written itself in the history books with its Chinese alligators! Now I admit it is a bit older and the 6 hatchlings emerged in August 2013, but I still found it noteworthy to be posted here!

    The parents - apparently - were imported in the early 1980's and had only started mating/egg-laying in July 2012. So, there is still some hope for any "older" Chinese alligators in other collections!!!

    Here is the link: Chinese alligator born in Suzhou

    Enjoy the read!
     
  2. Deer Forest

    Deer Forest Well-Known Member

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    The technique of breeding Chinese alligators in captive has been very mature in China, and there has been commercial exploitation. The main problem is the protection of natural habitat now.