The Komodo dragon is the
largest lizard in the world. An ambush predator, it waits in the high
grass for small rodents, birds and other reptiles. It tries to bite them
with its short, sharp teeth. If it succeeds, the animals do not die
because of the bite, but because of a poisonous fluid that it transmits
via glands in its mouth.
Fun Fact: The Komodo dragon can detect its prey at a distance of up to 9.5 km.
Scientific facts
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Scientific name : Varanus komodoensis
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Global Home : Asia and Australia
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Conservation Status : Vulnerable
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Primary habitat : Moist Savanna
Dimensions
6.14 x 2.44 x 1.85 inch (W x D x H)
Age Recommendation
3-8 years