Reptiles and Amphibians Database .. detailed information | |
Black-tailed Monitor Varanus tristis | |
Family : | "Monitor Lizards" Varanidae |
Description : | Body 28cm. Tail 64cm. Grey, brown or black with small, dark centred cream spots. Head, neck and tail often black. Arboreal. |
Typical Habitat : | Coastal areas to arid interior. |
Distribution : | Mainland Australia, except south and south east. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
Additional info .. | locations seen (2) .. |
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