Komodo dragons are relics of prehistory, and an example of reptilian “megafauna”. They are the largest living lizard species, growing up to 3 m and weighing 70 kg. These monitor lizards are found only on a handful of islands in Indonesia, including the island of Komodo which gives them their name.
History: Komodo dragons are vulnerable, and believed to number about 3,000. They are primarily found on a few islands in Indonesia, especially Komodo, home to the Komodo National Park, which is a sanctuary for the species. Komodo dragons were unknown in the Western world until 1910.
Scientific Name: Varanus komodoensis
Characteristics: This Komodo dragon toy figure is expertly painted and full of scaly detail, from his snout to the tip of his curving tail. Sculpted in a realistic walking pose, this figure is ready to stalk its prey on your shelf or desktop!
Size: The Komodo dragon toy measures 14 cm long and 3.8 cm tall, making it about the size of a soda can on its side, considerably smaller than the real deal.