Peach throat monitor
A species of Monitor lizards Scientific name : Varanus jobiensis Genus : Monitor lizards
Peach throat monitor, A species of Monitor lizards
Scientific name: Varanus jobiensis
Genus: Monitor lizards
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Description
The peach-throated monitor (Varanus jobiensis) is a species of monitor lizard native to New Guinea. It belongs to the subgenus Euprepiosaurus, along with the Ceram mangrove monitor and Finsch's monitor. They grow up to 120 centimetres (3.9Â ft) long. The colour of the throat, for which they are named, is white-yellow to red. They eat insects, frogs, freshwater fish, and small mammals.
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
Peach throat monitor are primarily insectivores, relying heavily on a variety of arthropods. However, they might also occasionally consume small vertebrates. Their food preference typically includes beetles, centipedes, and spiders, which they forage actively within their habitat.
Appearance
Peach throat monitor is a medium-sized monitor lizard known for its sleek, slender body and rough, scaly skin. The majestic lizard exhibits a dominant coloration of rich brown with lighter, almost yellowish, reticulating patterns across its dorsal surface. Mature individuals often display a mosaic of dark spots, granting them an effective camouflage. Notably, peach throat monitor possesses a keen forked tongue and distinctively elongated, robust tail that further accentuates its remarkable physique.
Behavior
Peach throat monitor is predominantly terrestrial, moving across the jungle floor with agile speed for hunting and foraging. This solitary species is known for its unique climbing ability despite their size, indicating excellent adaptability. Peach throat monitor exhibits territorial behaviors, defending its space with aggressive posturing and hissing.
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Monitor lizards Genus
Monitor lizards Species
Peach throat monitor 
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