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Perentie
Varanus giganteus
The perentie is Australia's largest monitor lizard and one of the largest lizards in the world, reaching lengths up to 2.5 meters (8.2 feet). It has a robust, streamlined body with a long neck, powerful limbs, and a pointed snout, adorned with striking cream and brown patterns t…
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- The perentie is capable of delivering a powerful, venomous bite, as recent studies have shown that all monitor lizards possess venom glands.
- Perenties can run in a semi-erect posture, using only their hind legs for short bursts of speed. They have a forked tongue similar to snakes, which helps them detect scents and locate prey. Despite their size, they are highly elusive and rarely seen in the wild.
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