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ZSL London Zoo has welcomed the first ever Philippine crocodiles (Crocodylus mindorensis) to be bred in a UK zoo. Weighing in at at a tiny 37 grams when hatched, the first of the young crocodiles emerged from its egg on the 16 June, followed by its five siblings over a 48-hour period – with zookeepers capturing the incredible process on camera. One of the world's rarest reptiles and native only to the Philippines, the baby crocodiles have been named after the islands that they inhabit; Jolo, Luzon, Mindoro, Samar, Sulo, and Mindanao. Classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN due to habitat loss and being hunted for their skins, the six hatchlings are a huge cause for celebration at ZSL London Zoo and the UK, helping to boost the numbers of this rapidly-declining species. (Photo by Jeff Moore/Splash News)
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