Large-scaled water monitor

The large-scaled water monitor (Varanus nuchalis) is a species of monitor lizard.[2]

Large-scaled water monitor
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Varanidae
Genus: Varanus
Subgenus: Soterosaurus
Species:
V. nuchalis
Binomial name
Varanus nuchalis
(Günther, 1872)

It is endemic to the Philippines, where it is found on the islands of Cebu, Ticao, Negros, Panay and Masbate.[1]

The species is found in a variety of habitats, primarily mangroves and lowland forests.[1]

References

edit
  1. ^ a b c Paguntalan, L.M.; Gaulke, M; Santos, G.; Sy, E. (2022). "Varanus nuchalis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2022: e.T169767A195385088. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  2. ^ "Varanus semiremex". The Reptile Database. Retrieved 14 December 2021.