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Malayan Water Monitor Lizard

Varanus salvator

Photo by Olivia Chee
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Differs from the Clouded Monitor in that the nostrils are located closer to snout.

Habitat:

Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

Notes:

Many thanks to Malcolm Wilton-Jones who clued me in on what to look out for when spotting monitors, and for the reference link!

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