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The world's largest lizards live on Komodo Island, Indonesia (see map). These giant reptiles often exceed 9 feet in length and can weigh more than 300 pounds. This amazing dragon is a carnivore and lives mostly on the deer and wild pigs that inhabit the island. They are good swimmers, and quite agile and swift on dry land.
You can't view these creatures unless on a guided tour, accompanied by rangers. The Komodo Dragon can smell blood from many miles away, so visitors are not allowed to bring any food onto the island. And believe it or not, women during their menstrual cycle are discouraged to take the tour.
A local boy selling wooden dragons.
Our Indonesian military guide. His only weapon was a stick, and that made us a bit nervous.
Speaking of sticks, this was the weapon of choice.
No matter where we looked, the view was great.
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A gruesome Komodo Dragon, Komodo Island, Indonesia.
A somewhat typical harbor boat, complete with dingy.
This is the biggest dragon we saw. He was massive and moved around with a very aggressive posture. This photo was taken from about 12 feet away.
The curious locals came out to take a closer look at our ship. They circled more then once.
Komodo Island topography was most impressive. 
This is a female Komodo Dragon. She hissed and flicked her tongue constantly. |
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