By Rajni Pandey | August 2, 2024
Komodo dragons, the world's largest lizards, have a fascinating and deadly set of tools for hunting and survival. Here's a look at what makes these creatures such formidable predators.
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Komodo dragon teeth are coated in iron, giving them an orange hue and making them incredibly sharp and durable, perfect for ripping through prey.
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Sharing a common ancestor with dinosaurs, Komodo dragons have teeth similar to meat-eating dinosaurs like the T. rex, offering insights into prehistoric predation.
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Komodo dragons eat a range of prey, from small birds to large buffalo. Their sharp teeth cause severe bleeding, quickly leading to the prey's death.
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Their venom glands secrete toxins with anti-coagulants, preventing blood from clotting and ensuring the prey bleeds out rapidly.
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The bacteria in their mouths can cause fatal infections, though prey often dies from blood loss before infection sets in.
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Native to a few Indonesian islands, Komodo dragons face dwindling populations due to limited range, poaching, and habitat loss.
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