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“Fascinating Komodo Dragons: 5 Intriguing Facts About Earth’s Largest Lizard”

Komodo Dragons are indeed fascinating creatures. Here are five interesting facts about them:

1. **Impressive Size**: Komodo Dragons are known as the world’s largest lizard species, with the capability to grow over 3 meters (9.8 feet) in length.

2. **Habitat and Population**: These reptiles are primarily found on a few small Indonesian islands. Unfortunately, their population is declining, with only about 3,000 individuals remaining.

3. **Wandering Predators**: Despite their preference for staying near their hatching sites, Komodo Dragons can cover considerable distances and may roam up to seven miles in a day.

4. **Mating Ritual**: During the mating season, female Komodo Dragons emit a scent in their feces to attract males. Once a male finds a receptive female, they engage in a ritual that includes scratching her back and licking her. If she responds positively, they mate.

5. **Venomous Predators**: Komodo Dragons are formidable hunters. They employ their venomous bite, which contains toxins that lower blood pressure, cause severe bleeding, inhibit clotting, and induce shock, to take down their prey. They are also stealthy predators, relying on camouflage and patience when hunting.

These remarkable creatures showcase the wonders of nature and its intricate ecosystems.

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