Meet the Water Monitor: Asia’s Giant, Semi-Aquatic Lizard
Introduction The Asian or Malayan water monitor (Varanus salvator) ranks among the largest lizard species in the world. Native to South and Southeast Asia, this remarkable reptile thrives in a wide range of environments—wetlands, mangroves, forests, and even bustling urban zones. Celebrated for its size, agility, and versatility, the water monitor plays vital ecological roles … Read more