Glowing gold and sleek black eels captivate crowds at Thai temple

Villagers and tourists alike flocked to a Thai temple in Chon Buri to witness the enchanting sight of two extraordinary eels, one shimmering in dazzling gold, the other sleek in jet black.

The eels swam in a basin at Wat Worapot Sangkhavas Temple in Phan Thong District, Chon Buri. The frenzy was sparked by a viral social media post showcasing these unique creatures on Sunday, March 24.

The sight of these rare fish attracted crowds eager to witness the spectacle first-hand and perhaps garner some luck from the mystical beings.

A 67 year old local, Won Jankhao, shared her astonishment, noting that she had never encountered such brilliantly coloured fish of such remarkable size. She observed with fascination as the eels gracefully assumed the shape of the number three while swimming, fostering beliefs in luck and prompting her to purchase lottery number 33 for the upcoming April 1 draw in hopes of good fortune.

Adding to the allure, the temple’s abbot disclosed that the eels were a generous gift from a compassionate Buddhist who recognised their uniqueness, reported Pattaya Mail.

In response, the temple pledged to provide a suitable habitat for the extraordinary fish, allowing the public to continue admiring them in all their splendour.

In related news, a Thai Facebook user recently stumbled upon an unusual creature in their home, sparking curiosity and confusion with its serpentine appearance yet oddly short legs. The user took to a social media group to seek identification, sharing a photo and asking netizens to identify the slippery customer. The creature in question had a slender body resembling a snake but was distinguished by tiny limbs protruding from its sides.

In other news, in a heartening discovery, the elusive Siamese crocodile has made a triumphant return at Bueng Boraphet Wildlife Sanctuary in Nakhon Sawan province. After a seven-year absence, the sanctuary proudly welcomed eight Siamese crocodile hatchlings into the world.