Komodo dragon
A species of Monitor lizards, Also known as Komodo island monitor Scientific name : Varanus komodoensis Genus : Monitor lizards
Komodo dragon, A species of Monitor lizards
Also known as:
Komodo island monitor
Scientific name: Varanus komodoensis
Genus: Monitor lizards
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Description
The Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis), also known as the Komodo monitor, is a species of lizard found in the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang. A member of the monitor lizard family Varanidae, it is the largest extant species of lizard, growing to a maximum length of 3 metres (10Â ft) in rare cases and weighing up to approximately 70 kilograms (150Â lb).
General Info
Lifespan
30-50 years
Diet
Komodo dragon is primarily a carnivore, relying heavily on large ungulates like deer as its primary food source. It also consumes carrion and will opportunistically feed on smaller vertebrates in its habitat.
Appearance
Komodo dragon is the largest living species of lizard. Equipped with a robust and muscular body, it has thick, scaly skin in grey to brown coloration. Its elongated head, powerful limbs, and long tail enhance its formidable appearance. Adults possess distinct, jagged neck frills, absent in younger samples. There aren't significant differences in visual traits due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Komodo dragon is a highly territorial and solitary species. This large carnivore typically uses ambush techniques to capture prey, demonstrating keen adaptation to its native environment. Komodo dragon is known for unusual parthenogenetic reproduction, a rare trait among reptiles. It is also distinguished by its unique, septic saliva, used in hunting.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Monitor lizards Genus
Monitor lizards Species
Komodo dragon 
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