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More deaths of rare Indian crocs (BBC)
The number of endangered crocodiles that have died this month in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh has risen to 67, officials say.

The crocodiles, known as gharials, have been found dead of an unknown disease in the Chambal River sanctuary.

One or two are washing up every day on the river banks, causing concern among wildlife officials and organisations.

They are appealing for help and a team of international veterinarians is expected in the country soon.

'Critically endangered'

Forest officials have collected water samples and conducted post-mortems on some of the reptiles.
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more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7171866.stm
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