The main reasons and facts behind these factories are given below:

Why crocodile factories? (Reasons)
Luxury Leather Industry:
Crocodile Skin is in huge demand in the global fashion market. Crocodile skins raised in factories in China are exported in large quantities to make high-quality bags, belts, watch straps and shoes.

 

Culinary Demand:
Crocodile meat is considered a special delicacy in many parts of China. It is believed to be nutritious and has medicinal properties. Therefore, crocodile meat is produced in large quantities for restaurants.

Traditional Chinese Medicine:
In Chinese medicine, crocodile blood, bile and meat are used as a remedy for asthma and other respiratory diseases. Factories operate to meet this demand.

Economic Viability: In areas where agricultural land is scarce, raising crocodiles in artificial ponds is a very profitable business. These factories operate with a government license.