Meet The World's Largest Lizard
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The Komodo dragon, which is native to a few Indonesian islands, is the world's largest lizard.
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These powerful apex predators can grow up to 3 meters long and weigh up to 70 kg.
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They are known for their sharp teeth, venomous saliva, and ability to hunt large prey like deer and wild pigs.
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They use their powerful bite and venomous saliva to weaken and kill prey.
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Their saliva contains bacteria that cause rapid infection, making wounds fatal.
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The Komodo dragon is currently listed as vulnerable due to threats like habitat loss and poaching.
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Despite their size, they are surprisingly agile, capable of climbing trees and swimming.
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They can run at speeds up to 12 mph, and can detect prey from up to 10 km away.
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