The crocodile was brought here from a dam in Tirupur district about 25 years ago. About three years back, it got into a fight with other crocodiles and its lower jaw was ripped off.
Zoo officials said they consulted experts, including from Madras Crocodile Bank and in Hong Kong and zeroed in a dentist and an oral surgeon in the city to perform the rare reconstructive surgery.
The time for the surgery would be decided later after consulting the two doctors, they said, adding it would take at least three to four months for the wounds to heal and the stitches to firm up. Till then the crocodile would be kept in isolation, they said.
Zoo director Dr K Ashokan was not immediately available to give more details.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
