Mugger Crocodile Basking At Padam Talab

A mugger crocodile (Crocodylus palustris) was seen basking on lakeside rocks at Padam Talab during the morning circuit — a routine but striking sighting in Zone 1's open lake habitat.

Mugger crocodiles of 3+ metres are regularly recorded at Padam Talab. They share the banks with deer, birds, and tigers during the April–June waterhole season.

Zone: 1 (Padam Talab) | Best time: Morning, April–June