Are there crocodiles in Kerala backwaters?

Kerala’s Backwaters are one of the most popular tourist destinations in India, and if you’re like me, you are excited to take a houseboat trip along the peaceful waterways. However, you may also be nervous about staying safe and wondering, are there dangerous animals like crocodiles in the Backwaters?

There is no evidence to suggest there are crocodiles in Kerala’s Backwaters. There have been no sightings or recorded crocodile attacks on humans in the area. Although there have been a dozen mugger crocodile attacks in the state of Kerala around 2001.

If you were worried about deadly crocodiles on your houseboat trip in Kerala, you can rest easy that you will be safe. However, there have been a dozen crocodile attacks in the state of Kerala in the last few years.

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