Has a Komodo dragon eaten a human?
Yes. Komodo dragons have been known to stalk and attack humans, but they prefer prey such as monkeys, goats, water buffaloes and wild boars.
They are scavengers, and have been known to dig up human remains.
What are the differences that the Komodo Dragon has from other lizards?
The komodo dragon is the biggest lizard alive today. They have long tails, scaly baggy skin, and long claws. On their scales are sensory plaques for feeling, especially around their mouth, ears, and feet. Their ear holes are very visible (though they do not hear that great) and they have long forked tongues for smelling. Komodos have serrated teeth and venom glands in their lower jaw while also having thriving bacteria colonies in their mouth.
How long will a komodo dragon live in the wild?
Not indefinitely. While a Komodo dragon can live longer than a human can without food, they still need to eat occasionally.
How do you look after komodo dragon?
If a person is in the possession of a Komodo Dragon the authorities should be called immediately. The Komodo Dragon is considered an endangered species and is illegal to own outside of a state regulated zoo.
Do Komodo dragons shed their skin or scales?
Komodo Dragons are reptiles. Reptiles do shed their skin fairly regularly. The skin of a reptile is scaly and tough. This is for protection. Komodo Dragons are the largest lizard in the world.
Assuming you mean 'Komodo' dragon - yes it does. A kimono (for future reference) is a piece of clothing typically worn by people of Japan.
How do Komodo Dragens grow up?
It is a lizard. It looks the same when it is an adult as it does as a juvenile, except bigger.
One notable difference is the colour. Young komodo dragons are coloured yellow, green, brown or grey and sometimes they are often speckled and banded. Adult dragons are either earthy red in colour, greyish or black.
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How long do baby komodo dragons have to be looked after for until they can leave the burrow?
Baby komodo dragons typically stay in their nests or burrows for about 3 to 4 months after hatching. During this time, they are vulnerable and rely on their mother's protection. Once they emerge, they are generally able to fend for themselves, but they often stay close to their burrows for safety as they learn to hunt and navigate their environment.
Are Komodo Dragons found in Japan?
They are inhabitants of Komodo island in the republic of Indonesia. its is located near southeast Asia. its is also one of the 17,508 islands that make up the republic of Indonesia. The komodo dragon is the worlds largest living lizard and is considered a type of monitor lizard. The people on the island are descendent's of a group of exiles and make up about a 2000 people population on that island.
What is thailands famous animals?
Elephants, Monkeys, tigers, lions, cobra's and antelope are some of Thailand's native animals.
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Are there Komodo dragons in New Zealand?
Yes, the most famous New Zealand animal is the kiwi, which is a bird, and there are many others. thttp://www.doc.govt.nz/conservation/native-animals/birds/birds-a-z/
There are also many fascinating reptiles
http://www.reptiles.org.nz/introduction.html
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What are a komodo dragons defense mechanisms?
the Komodo dragon, or its scientific term Varanus komodoesis, uses its venom to kill its prey. It only takes one bite, then the preys blood pressure rapidly decreases. The Lizards venom is almost as potent as the worlds most venomous snake, the Australian Taipan. Also if there is an animal that is stronger than it, it will use its tail to try and injure the animal and then try to escape.
How old can a ice dragon live?
well they are actually called frost draons, but that doesn't really matter. all round dragons can live up to unimaginable amounts of years. European dragons live up to 500 max. frost dragons aren't so diffrent so i'd say 400 max. as they are quiet scarce/rare.