Do Crocodiles Make Tame Pets?
The association of Crocodiles and Man is known for a long time. Ancient Egyptians worshiped crocodile-god. Sometimes they hunted crocodiles, and visualize them as a protector and source of pharonic power. No doubt when you think of a crocodile as your pet you might be wondering if it will work out. According to Herodotus, in 5th century BC some Egyptians kept crocodiles as pampered pets. In Sobek’s temple in Arsinoe, crocodile was kept in the pool of the temple, where it was fed, covered with jewelry, and worshipped. When crocodiles die, they were embalmed, mummified, placed in sarcophagi, and then buried in a sacred tomb. Many mummified crocodiles and crocodile eggs have been found in Egyptian tombs. Ancient Egyptian even used spells to appease Crocodiles, and even now Nubian fishermen mount crocodiles on their doorsteps to ward off evil. It has become a maniac among today’s generation to buy Crocodiles and Alligator as a pet.
