Neglect threatens Karachi's Manghopir crocodiles
Manghopir's historic crocodile pond is falling into disrepair, with poor maintenance, irregular feeding and rising concerns over the animals' health
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Home to more than 100 crocodiles, Karachi's centuries-old Manghopir pond is struggling with poor upkeep and a lack of basic care.
Once a defining part of the area's cultural and spiritual heritage, the pond is now raising concerns over the welfare of its crocodiles. Caretaker Khalifa Sajjad says the water has not been cleaned in more than a decade, food supplies are irregular and several crocodiles have fallen ill.
How did a historic landmark become a place of neglect, and who will step forward to protect its inhabitants?
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