Crocodile leather is considered one of the most expensive leathers in the world. It has a prominent place in the lines of most global upmarket brands such as Vuitton, Versace and Gucci. Although crocodile leather fashion is seasonal, the actual goods rarely lose its value due to scarcity, source, and demand, not to mention the level of craftsmanship. Crocodile leather is unique due to its elegant patterns and colors that give it a subtle allure. Depending on the positions and sizes of the leathers, appropriate products will be crafted using almost all of the leather so as to shrink wastage.

People farm crocodiles mainly for their skin to make high-quality leather. Crocodile skin undergoes processing and tanning before it converts to leather. It is exotic due to its rarity and the timeless craftsmanship required to produce a finished hide. The tail, legs, head, and many other body parts contribute unique styles, creating a diverse palette, making lipstick holders and money clips with them. As a material for making accessories, crocodile skin is a constant source of wonder. The supply of total skins available globally is small. Its rarity determines that products made of crocodile skin will never be mass market.

Nile crocodiles are very stiff and not very comfortable on land, and they stick out like sore thumbs. Mostly, they move only when needed or when feeling threatened. But in the water, they are way too easygoing, often hiding and running about continually. They are extremely alert and have the capacity to swim at high speed and incredible agility in the water. Interestingly enough, Nile crocodiles swim almost effortlessly and it comes as second nature. Hence, people often wonder how crocodiles that do not have fins or gills like other aquatic animals, spend almost their entire lives in the water.

In Kenya, the most common type of crocodile is the Nile crocodile. A Nile crocodile is not a beautiful sight. It is unsightly. But it is fascinating to watch, albeit from a distance. It has a purple under part and a bronze colored back. The flanks are yellow in color and scutes form on the tail and back. The colors keep changing, as it grows old. The Nile crocodile is widely distributed in the Southern Africa including Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Zambia and has a healthy population in many East African countries such as Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.