Bengal Monitor Lizard
Varanus bengalensis
Habitat
Scrublands and forests
Weight
7 kg
Height
0.61–1.75 m
Lifespan
20 years
Origin
India
Status
Least Concern
Reptile
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About the Bengal Monitor Lizard
A large, agile lizard common across India.
Location in Zoo
Reptile House
Feeding Times
Weekly
Feeding Habits
Carnivorous (eggs, small animals)
Fun Facts
Can run bipedally for short distances!
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Can run bipedally for short distances!
Conservation Status
Current Threats
- Lizard Research Tent
Our Conservation Efforts
Habitat protection
Visit the Bengal Monitor Lizard
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