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CNBC AI News, August 21st – Alibaba’s auction platform is becoming increasingly… diverse, shall we say. Recent listings highlight the platform’s creative approaches to asset liquidation.
Just days ago, a charming tabby cat, seized in a debt recovery case, captured the internet’s attention. The feline’s “collateral” status and endearing appearance sparked a viral sensation.
Now, the Second People’s Court of Zhongshan City has upped the ante, putting a batch of live crocodiles up for auction on Alibaba, with a starting price of ¥168,000 (approximately $23,000 USD).
The debtor, Hu Chengli, is reportedly a female entrepreneur involved in the crocodile industry, sometimes referred to online as “China’s First Female Crocodile Tamer” or the “Crocodile Goddess.” Her business ventures appear to have hit a snag, leading to this unusual auction.
The auction announcement comes with a rather significant caveat: after payment and notification from the court, the buyer is responsible for *all* aspects of the crocodile acquisition, including capture, weighing, loading, and transportation. Let’s just say it’s not your typical curbside pickup.
Furthermore, these aren’t your average reptiles. These crocodiles are apparently breeding stock, and the announcement specifically advises against using electric shock methods for capture. One can only imagine the complexities involved in a non-lethal crocodile wrangling operation.
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