SINGAPORE, May 1 -- A crocodile was spotted near Keppel Bay here on April 29, prompting fresh monitoring by authorities, news outlet CNA reported.

The reptile is believed to be an estuarine crocodile, a species commonly found in both the Straits of Johor and the Singapore Strait, the Singapore-based news outlet reported National Parks Board (NParks) wildlife management group director How Choon Beng as saying.

"We have also shared advisories with relevant stakeholders to exercise caution when planning any water activities," he was quoted as saying.

NParks has since stepped up surveillance in the area and installed warning signs urging the public to stay alert near the water's edge, while also coordinating advisories with marine and wate...