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I mentioned the Komodo dragon last week, so this week I write a bit more about
them.
Their venom lowers
blood pressure, prevents clotting, and induces shock.
They rely on
camouflage and patience, then strike with serrated teeth and powerful neck
muscles. They dominate their ecosystems, feeding on deer, pigs, carrion, and
even other dragons. Also, they can run quickly in short bursts and walk up to 7
miles a day.
Komodo dragons
reproduce sexually, but females can also reproduce asexually through
parthenogenesis — producing sons without a male present. It’s one of the most
fascinating reproductive quirks in the reptile world. Their eggs incubate for
7–8 months, the hatchlings live in trees to avoid being eaten by adults,
yeah you read that right they are cannibalistic. It takes 8–9 years for them to
mature and can live up to 30 years.
Komodo dragons are
listed as Endangered due to habitat loss and climate change pressures.
They look ancient Jo-Anne, interesting to read about them as I didn't know much.
ReplyDeleteDinosaurs they are ... and very dangerous!!
ReplyDeleteI sure wouldn't want to meet one of those in a dark alley or any place else, Jo-Anne. Scary!
ReplyDeleteWow, that is extremely interesting. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteOooo kurcze muszę powiedzieć że jest niesamowity. Zwierzęta ogromnie mnie fascynuja. Często oglądam filmy przyrodnicze z córkami. Bardzo ciekawe informacje na temat tych zwierząt. Pozdrawiam z Krakowa
ReplyDeleteMargaret: That they are, I found the information interesting
ReplyDeleteNancy: I agree
Martha: Same here
Debby: Thanks for reading
Kasia: Watching documentaries with your daughters is wonder, the world is full of amazing creatures.
English translation of Kasia's comment
“Oh wow, I have to say it’s amazing. Animals fascinate me enormously. I often watch nature documentaries with my daughters. Very interesting information about these animals. Greetings from Kraków.”