Crocodile Monitor Varanus salvadorii

Crocodile Monitor Lizard
Crocodile Monitor Lizard
The Crocodile Monitor, also called Salvadori's Monitor, is one of the world's largest lizards, reaching 8 feet (2.5 metres) in length. It is said that, because of the long thin tail, individual specimens have exceeded the length of the larger, heavier Komodo Dragon at 10 feet (3 metres).
Crocodile Monitor Lizard
Crocodile Monitor Lizard
Crocodile Monitor
It is endemic to Papua New Guinea. Despite its enormous size and weight, it is mainly arboreal.
Crocodile Monitor Lizard
Crocodile Monitor Lizard
Crocodile Monitor
The name Crocodile is due to its appearance. Its diet is birds, eggs and small mammals. It is also said that it warns tribespeople of the presence of crocodiles.
Crocodile Monitor Lizard
Crocodile Monitor Lizard
Crocodile Monitor
It is threatened by deforestation and hunting/poaching.