Public Urged To Avoid Crocodile InteractionAs concerns grow over unsafe encounters between people and crocodiles, the Belize Forest Department and its conservation partners are urging the public to exercise greater caution around the reptiles. The advisory follows a recent incident in Caye Caulker during which a group of people socializing were approached by a crocodile, narrowly escaping contact. We spoke with the Executive Director of Crocodile Research Coalition for more information on the matter. Dr. Marisa Tellez, Executive Director, Crocodile Research Coalition“I used to work on Caye Caulker quite often, and in 2016 we published a paper discussing how Caye Caulker was a role model for the country as well as around the world in regards of coexisting. The Forest Department urges the public to report crocodile concerns and practice responsible coexistence with the animals.