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Storr’s Monitor
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Storr’s Monitor

Place of Origin and Range This species is found in Australia. The various species cover a vast area, occurring through Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, to China, down South east Asia to Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines, New Guinea, Australia and islands of the Indian Ocean, and the South China Sea. A large concentration of monitor lizards occurs on Tioman Island in the Malaysian state of Pahang. Some are now found in South Florida, particularly in the Everglades.
Description Monitor lizards have long necks, powerful tails and claws, and well-developed limbs.
Morph Patterns Available Yes
Adult Size Can grow up to 1.3 feet ( 39 cm )
Accommodation These monitors live in rocky habitat. Be sure to secure any rocks in the cage before adding substrate to prevent injury to your monitor from being crushed by shifting rocks. They require large enclosures, temperatures around 100 °F (37 °C). Include a water dish and plenty of hiding spots. Two adults should be given no less than 30 square feet to roam.
Lifespan Can live up to 10 years
Feeding / Diet While most monitor lizards are carnivorous, eating eggs, smaller reptiles, fish, birds and small mammals, some also eat fruit and vegetation, depending on where they live.
Other Considerations No more than three should be kept together, in a dedicated room would be best.
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