A crocodile dies after chewing on an electric wire after being “attracted” to it Washington, DC

An endangered alligator has died at the Smithsonian Zoo in the US after apparently biting a live electrical wire in its sanctuary.

The Cuban alligator, a 10-year-old male reptile, was discovered on December 17 inside his enclosure by staff at the Smithsonian National Animal and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) Reptile Discovery Center in Washington, DC.

The staff decided that the crocodile might have died next Chew an alternate electrical outlet NZCBI said in a statement after being “attracted” to it.

“Known for its aggressive behavior, the crocodile pulled electrical equipment from the wall and bit off various pieces,” read part of the statement.

The facility was inspected during lockdown the night before the accident, when everything seemed to be in place. The investigation is underway.

Male Cuban crocodile can grow over 10 ft. The height of the electrical equipment inside the facility was only 4.5 feet, which made a medium-sized male Cuban alligator within reach.

Alligator is listed as “EndangeredThey are found primarily in the Zapata Swamp in the southwest and the Lanier Swamp on Isla de Juventud in Cuba.

This species is a victim of poaching for its meat.

In response to the death, the NZCBI is closing the enclosure to any other residents for the time being, and establishing electrical circuit breakers across the unit.

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