Varanidae
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The Varanidae are a family of lizards of the superfamily Varanoidea. The family, a group of carnivorous lizards, includes the Megalania (the largest known lizard), the Komodo dragon (the largest living lizard), and the crocodile monitor. Monitor lizards are reputed to be among the most intelligent lizards. Most species forage widely and have large home ranges, and many have high stamina. Although carnivorous, at least one species (Varanus olivaceus) is known to consume fruit. Among species of living varanids, the limbs show positive allometry, being larger in larger-bodied species, although the feet become smaller as compared with the lengths of the other limb segments.
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Argus monitor | Asian water monitor | Desert monitor | Emerald tree monitor |
Komodo dragon | Mangrove monitor | Megalania | Nile monitor |
Perentie | Sand goanna |