60 rare Siamese crocodiles hatch in Cambodia

A group of 60 rare Siamese crocodiles has hatched in Cambodia, boosting hopes for one of the world's most endangered reptiles, conservationists said on July 18.

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Five Siamese crocodile nests were discovered in Cambodia's Cardamom National Park in midMay, the country's environment and agriculture ministry said in a joint statement with conservation group Fauna and Flora.

The nests contained 106 eggs, of which 66 were fertilised, and a total of 60 Siamese crocodile eggs successfully hatched between June 27 and 30, the ministry said.

"This discovery indicates that the area is a key habitat for natural crocodiles, providing hope for the species' recovery," the statement added.