From Malay Mail · · 1m
Miri team hunts crocodiles to protect lives
Miri's Team Eric Cat catches crocodiles for community safety, not profit.
In brief
Miri's Team Eric Cat catches crocodiles for community safety, not profit. Team Eric Cat sells crocodile meat for community service, not profit, to protect river users from attacks. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Team Eric Cat's mission
Team Eric Cat sells crocodile meat for community service, not profit, to protect river users from attacks.
“For us, it is not just about selling the meat. We are interested in catching crocodiles, and we also want to help when people make complaints about them.”
Team operations
Team Eric Cat operates in Miri, Marudi, and Baram with Sarawak Forestry Corporation.
Crocodile catching license
A six-month license allows capturing five crocodiles, with separate meat sales licenses required.
Team history
Team Eric Cat formed after a fatal crocodile attack in Marudi in April 2025.
Team size and funding
Team has 13 licensed members funded by Oren Mart for fuel and meals.
Crocodile management
SFC reports 70 licenses issued statewide, over 100 crocodiles caught in first half of 2026.
What happens next
Team continues crocodile management to protect river users from attacks.
The takeaway
Team Eric Cat sells crocodile meat for community service, not profit, to protect river users from attacks.
