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The Endangered Komodo Dragon: Guardian of Indonesia's Islands

The Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is an impressive and endangered species native to Indonesia, primarily residing on Komodo Island. These formidable reptiles face threats from extreme environmental conditions and human activities, including poaching and habitat destruction. Reaching lengths of up to 12 feet and weighing around 300 pounds, they are solitary hunters known for their venomous saliva. With about 3,000 to 4,000 individuals left, conservation efforts are crucial. Learn about their unique adaptations, diet, and the challenges they face in the wild.

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The Endangered Komodo Dragon: Guardian of Indonesia's Islands

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  1. My Endangered Animal Komodo Dragon Varanus Komodoensis By: Khiyal Felder http://library,thinkquest.org

  2. Its Habitat and Where it lives This animal lives in a part of Indonesia Mostly on Komodo Island These reptiles live in extremely dangerous conditions Extreme heat, deadly animals, volcanoes, tidal waves, and earthquakes inhabit these islands

  3. Interesting Facts When Komodos are hot they make burrows they also sleep in the burrows These animals can last a while without water They hunt a variety of animals buffalo, deer, pigs, snakes, monkeys, and goats They can grow up to 12ft long and weigh up to 300 pounds There saliva is also poisonous Its average life span is 30 years They are solitary animals Although they congregate on large kills They usually wander their whole lives These animals lay about 20 to 25 eggs

  4. Why is it Endangered Poaching, human encroachment and natural disasters have contributed to making them endangered There are only about 3000 to 4000 Komodos in Indonesia Efforts are being made by the Indonesian government to protect the dragons from poachers Some zoos are also creating breeding programs

  5. Questions What do Komodo dragons eat? Why is it endangered? What country does The Komodo live in? How do they kill their prey? Do they travel in packs?

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