South Wales school finds the remains of a saltwater crocodile hidden under its ...
Remains of a crocodile brought to Wales after WWI is found hidden under school's floorboards A story about a crocodile hidden in the South Wales school had long been told It is believed a local man who served in WW1 brought the animal back with him The crocodile was likely placed under the floorboards years ago to protect it Badly weathered by time, the crocodile husk is missing its underside and its feet
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The impressive remains of a 120-year-old saltwater crocodile have been presented to delighted pupils – after being hidden under the school floorboards for decades.
The reptile, which dates back to the 19th century, was restored after workmen discovered it in June 2019.
A story about a crocodile being hidden in the South Wales school has been told across many generations.
The tale describes how a local man who served in the First World War brought back the body of a crocodile as a souvenir.
It is thought that the animal was put on display at the Rhondda school – Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bodringallt – but it was then stored beneath the
