Crocodile Farm for Sale South Africa
If you are hoping to start a crocodile farm, but you are nervous or confused about how to start. Crocodiles are ranched in the same way as a cattle farmer would ranch his animals. Farmers have to keep producing better skins because the value lies in the quality of the skin .
Here are the crucial things, you need to know.
How much is a crocodile in South Africa?
Southern African Crocodile Traders. Sub-adults, a term for crocodiles aged between seven and 10 years and weighing as much as 200 kilograms (440 pounds), were the group where young breeders were sold for Rs 68,000 (approx) while 10-month-old crocodiles cost Rs 4,600 (approx).
How big is the crocodile farming industry in South Africa?
There are over 60 registered crocodile farmers in the country, with an estimated 500 000 crocodiles. According to Statistics SA, about 30 000 skins were exported in 2011, but we put the estimate at 45 000. This is worth between R30 million and R45 million.
Can you own a crocodile in South Africa?
In Gauteng, North West, Mpumalanga and Limpopo no permit is required for the legal possession or keeping of an exotic wild animal. However, any import into, export out of, or transporting of an exotic wild animal, within any of the nine provinces, always requires a permit.
How many crocodile farms are there in South Africa?
Officially, it is estimated that there are at least 80 crocodile farms in South Africa. Some of these farms hold over 20, 000 crocodiles in captivity.
Who are the buyers of crocodile skins?
There are two big buyers of crocodile skins in South Africa – they manufacture products such as handbags and shoes. Wet skins are bought by fashion houses in Europe and Japan, and the lower grades end up in the Far East.
How are crocodiles culled in South Africa?
Crocodiles are culled by either electrocution or with a single shot through the brain. Both methods are within the norms and standards of SACFA.
Where can I buy crocodile farms in South Africa?
Recently, Crocodile farms are listed for sale on real estate, you can visit the following websites to purchase a crocodile farm:
https://www.ananzi.co.za/ads/office-space-commercial/crocodile-farm-for-sale-south-africa.html
https://homes.mitula.co.za/homes/farms-crocodile-north-west
