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© Sedgwick County Zoo, credit: Bill Chambers
Komodo Dragon
Varanus komodoensis
Physical Characteristics
These are the world's largest lizard. They are normally a sandy brown with dark markings, although color may vary. They have a long neck and the tail longer than the body. The feet have strong, sharp claws.
Size of average well fed adult:
length: male = 8.6 feet, female = 7.6 feet
weight: male = 200 pounds, female = 150 pounds
Average life span is 20 years.
Diet
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