Could you imagine having so much bacteria in your mouth that it is actually lethal? The Komodo Dragon, the largest living lizard of 10.3 feet, are mother nature's most deadly lizard. They can see up to 985 ft during the day, a strong sense of smell that can reach 2.5 miles, run at speeds of 13 miles per hour, and large curved teeth that rip its prey to shreds while spreading a bacteria in the preys system that keeps its blood from clotting. If the prey does manage to escape the Komodo's grip, it will not live past a week due to the Komodo's 'bad breath'. They will eat essentially any meat, living or dead. Most of their bacteria originate from the rotting flesh that they so love to consume. However, if one Komodo attacks another Komodo, the bacteria will have no effect. They can be found in a few volcanic Indonesian islands where they linger in the tropical savanna forests and wander from ridges to beach fronts.
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They have thick, leathery skin with a rounded snout and a forked yellow tongue. They are usually a grey or light brown in color. They have a long, thick tail and stubby legs that support a rather chubby body. Honestly, they look like a crocodile with a turtle's head and a snakes tongue. They do not have any morphs and are currently endangered due to their limited range. They also have fallen prey to hunters over the years that collect the Komodo's saliva to poison their weapons. In 1980, strict laws were established to protect the animals.
Links: http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Animals/ReptilesAmphibians/Facts/FactSheets/Komododragon.cfm
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