Researchers: Everglades crocodile numbers up

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Researchers say a record number of American crocodile hatchlings were counted in Everglades National Park this year, providing hope that restoration efforts are helping the once endangered species.

University of Florida researcher Frank Mazzotti has been monitoring the crocodiles since 1978, a few years after the reptile received federal endangered status.

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