the Komodo Dragon and the Monitor Lizard. The Komodo dragon, the largest lizard species, can grow up to 10 feet long and weigh up to 300 pounds. It is known for its powerful build, sharp teeth ...

Monitor lizards, however, are part of the Varanus genus, including the water monitor (Varanus salvator) and the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis). These snakes are very adaptive and can be seen ...