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(Created page with "== Introduction == Monitor lizards are a diverse group of reptiles belonging to the genus ''Varanus''. They are known for their elongated bodies, well-developed limbs, and long tails. These lizards are found in Africa, Asia, and Oceania, with the highest diversity in Southeast Asia. Monitor lizards are known for their intelligence, complex behavior, and adaptability to various habitats. == Taxonomy and Classification == Monitor lizards belong to the family Varanidae a...") |
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Monitor lizards are active foragers, using their keen sense of smell and vision to locate prey. They are known for their ability to track and capture prey with precision. Some species, such as the [[Nile Monitor|Nile monitor]] (''Varanus niloticus''), are excellent swimmers and can hunt both on land and in water. Their diet is diverse and can include carrion, which they locate using their highly developed sense of smell. | Monitor lizards are active foragers, using their keen sense of smell and vision to locate prey. They are known for their ability to track and capture prey with precision. Some species, such as the [[Nile Monitor|Nile monitor]] (''Varanus niloticus''), are excellent swimmers and can hunt both on land and in water. Their diet is diverse and can include carrion, which they locate using their highly developed sense of smell. | ||
[[Image:Detail-92117.jpg|thumb|center|A large monitor lizard walking on rocky terrain.|class=only_on_mobile]] | |||
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=== Social Structure and Communication === | === Social Structure and Communication === | ||