By Alexander Villafania
INQUIRER.net

MANILA, Philippines — An endangered species of crocodiles have joined other aquatic attractions at the Manila Ocean Park.

Crocodylus mindorensis, otherwise known as the Philippine crocodile, were given a special pond at the giant oceanarium as part of a major conservation effort started by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

All of the five crocodiles are female and would primarily serve as conservation attractions. The juvenile crocodiles are about one meter long but can reach a length of 2.5 meters (7 feet) when fully grown.

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