SIBU, May 11 -- A Sibu licensed crocodile catching team captured a male crocodile measuring around 13 feet (3.96 metres) in length and weighing 280kg in the waters of Kampung Sebenak, Daro on Saturday.

Team leader Jeferry Siew said the operation followed frequent sightings of crocodiles in the area, raising concern among residents.

He said they had initially planned a two-week operation but within days, two crocodiles were caught in traps.

"One managed to snap the rope and escape. It is believed to have been larger and still remains in the area.

"The other is believed to have taken the bait on the morning of May 9 before villagers noticed it in the evening and alerted us," he said when contacted.

Siew said the team travelled nearly t...