Komodo Dragon

Varanus komodoensis

Endangered →

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

30 years

Length

2.6 m

Weight

70.0 kg

Population

3.5K

Trend

→ Stable

About

The Komodo dragon is the largest living lizard. It is found only on a few Indonesian islands.

Fun Facts

✨ Their saliva contains over 50 strains of bacteria.
✨ They can eat up to 80% of their body weight in one meal.
✨ They can detect carrion from 9.5 km away.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Indomalayan realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌲 Forest 🌾 Savanna

Found in Indonesia. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇮🇩 Indonesia

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore

Komodo Dragon is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

Animal matter 100%

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Estimated Population

3.5K

Population Trend

→ Stable

Full Taxonomy

Squamata (Lizards & Snakes)

Family

Varanidae (Monitor Lizards)

Genus

Varanus (Monitor Lizards)

Species

Varanus komodoensis (Komodo Dragon)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Komodo Dragon?

The scientific name of Komodo Dragon is Varanus komodoensis. It belongs to the genus Varanus.

What is the conservation status of Komodo Dragon?

Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is stable.

Where does Komodo Dragon live?

Komodo Dragon is found in Found in Indonesia. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Indonesia.

What family does Komodo Dragon belong to?

Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) belongs to the genus Varanus, which is part of the taxonomic family Varanidae.

What does Komodo Dragon eat?

Komodo Dragon is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Komodo Dragon live?

Komodo Dragon has an average lifespan of approximately 30 years in the wild.

How many Komodo Dragon are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is approximately 3,458 individuals.

Is Komodo Dragon endangered?

Yes, Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.