Latest(REUTERS) Thailand is home to some of the world's biggest crocodile farms, where tourists can see the giant reptiles lounging in the hot sun, chomping on chicken, or swarming in emerald green pools. Sri Ayuthaya Crocodile Farm is one of Thailand's biggest and has been operating for 35 years. "We do everything from raising crocodiles to slaughtering, tanning and exporting crocodile products," Wichian said. Crocodiles are seen at Sri Ayuthaya Crocodile Farm in Ayutthaya province, Thailand, May 23, 2017. REUTERS/Athit PerawongmethaCrocodile leather products include Birkin-style handbags, which sell for up to 80,000 baht ($2,356) each and crocodile leather suits, which fetch around 200,000 baht ($5,885), Wichian said.

Source: Sunday Times June 30, 2017 12:00 UTC