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Chinese water dragon

A species of Water dragons, Also known as Thai water dragon, Water dragon
Scientific name : Physignathus cocincinus Genus : Water dragons

Chinese water dragon, A species of Water dragons
Also known as:
Thai water dragon, Water dragon
Scientific name: Physignathus cocincinus
Genus: Water dragons
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Chinese water dragon (Physignathus cocincinus) Photo By Alias 0591 , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Chinese water dragon (Physignathus cocincinus) is a species of agamid lizard native to China and mainland Southeast Asia. It is also known as the Asian water dragon, Thai water dragon, and green water dragon. The genus name is Greek for "inflated jaw".

General Info

Lifespan

15-20 years

Diet

Primarily herbivorous, the chinese water dragon indulges in a diet of leaves, fruits, and flowers. This creature also occasionally consumes small insects, augmenting its predominantly vegetarian diet with supplemental protein.

Appearance

Chinese water dragon is a sizable reptile, measuring up to a meter in length. It has a robust, elongated body and a large, triangular head. The animal sports a smooth, bright green or yellow-green skin, sometimes displaying blue or turquoise patterns along the body. Its throat expands into a noticeable pouch, especially in males. Notably, it has a long, slender tail, constituting more than half of its total length. Gender-linked color variations exist, with males typically presenting more vibrant hues.

Behavior

Chinese water dragon indulges primarily in daytime activity, showing unique basking behavior for self-regulation of body temperature. Paired with its strong swimming skills, these reptiles excel in coastal habitats. They exhibit territorial tendencies, with males often displaying their enlarged and brightly colored throat sacs to discourage rivals. Unlike many reptiles, chinese water dragon exhibits social hierarchies among groups, hinting at a complex social structure.

Population

Decreasing
Chinese water dragon (Physignathus cocincinus) Chinese water dragon (Physignathus cocincinus) Photo By Alias 0591 , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
Dragons
Genus
Water dragons
Species
Chinese water dragon
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