Largest Crocodile Dies in Philippines (VIDEO)

The world largest crocodile in captivity, died in the Philippines, said the town’s mayor said Monday.

Called Lolong by town folks, the Guinness World Records largest saltwater crocodile was captured in late 2011, measuring at 6.17 meters (20.24 feet).

The 1-ton crocodile was declared dead Sunday a few hours after flipping over with a bloated stomach in a pond in an eco-tourism park in Bunawan town, which had started to draw tourists, revenue and development because of the immense reptile, Mayor Edwin Cox Elorde said.

The whole town is mourning for the death of the croc. For the past months, Lolong, has drawn tourists, revenue and development to the small town.

Wildlife experts will perform an autopsy to determine the cause of its death.

Also, officials are planning to preserve its remains in a museum to keep tourists coming.

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