Komodo dragons are the largest known lizards in the world. They evolved in isolation in the islands around the Indonesian archipelago. The species was undisturbed until its eventual discovery by the ...

Ever wonder what inspired King Kong? Despite its gorilla-like appearance, inspiration for the fictional beast came from Komodo dragons studied on a 1926 expedition to Komodo Island. It’s no wonder ...

Komodo dragons are only found in one remote area across several volcanic islands in Indonesia. The reptiles are powerful carnivores. They can smell blood from miles away and move up to 12 mph. There ...

The teeth of the Komodo dragon are a sight to behold. Triangular, curved, and armed with a serrated edge similar to a steak knife, they are perfectly adapted to cut into the flesh of their prey. Now, ...