Asian Water Monitor
The Asian Water Monitor is a large species of lizard native to South and Southeast Asia. It is one of the world's largest lizards, with some individuals reaching over 6 feet in length.
The Asian Water Monitor is a semi-aquatic reptile that spends most of its time in or near water. It is a powerful swimmer and diver, and its diet consists of a wide variety of animals, including fish, rodents, birds, and carrion. It has a powerful bite and a venomous gland that helps to subdue its prey.
The Asian Water Monitor is an important part of its ecosystem, as its scavenging habits help to clean up carcasses and prevent the spread of disease.
Asian Water Monitor
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
4 - 6 feet
(1.2 - 1.8 m)
Average Weight
40 - 60 lbs
(18 - 27 kg)
Average Life Span
15 - 20 years
Gestation Period
180 - 200 days
Did You Know?
The Asian Water Monitor is one of the largest lizard species in the world, capable of reaching lengths of up to 10 feet.
They are semi-aquatic, meaning they are equally at home on land and in water, and are excellent swimmers and divers.
Asian Water Monitors are carnivores with a varied diet, including fish, frogs, rodents, birds, and even carrion.
They have a forked tongue, similar to a snake's, which they use to "taste" the air and locate prey.
Despite their formidable appearance, Asian Water Monitors are generally shy and will try to avoid confrontation.
They possess a venom gland, though their venom is not considered dangerous to humans.
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