Stories
Water monitor lizard
Scientific Name
Varanus salvator
IUCN Status
Least Concern (LC)
Lifespan
10-15 years
Weight
16-20 kg
Length
1.2-2.4 m
Range
East coast of India, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Sri Lanka
Habitat Type
Rivers, mangroves, brackish water
Threats
Hunting for skin and meat
Also Known As
Asian water monitor, common water monitor
Species
Living Dragons: Weapons, Defences and the Water Monitor Lizard
Conservation
Monitor Lizards: Unsung Dragons of the Indian Subcontinent
Photo Story
Water Monitor Lizard and its Many Defence Strategies
Infographic
Water Monitor Lizard: Facts, Strength, Habitat
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