Chinese Water Dragon

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.. Chinese Water Dragon ..

"Buddy", the Chinese Water Dragon!
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1. Originally from Southeast Asia.

2. Also found living in the forests of eastern Thailand, Vietnam, and parts of China. Found in tree branches and bushes overhanging the river, and in burrows along river banks.

3. When nervous or frightened, they take refuge in water.

4. Strong swimmers and like the Australian water lizards, can remain submerged for long periods of time.

5. Usually live in groups with one dominant male and several females.

6. Have a life span of 10 to 20 years.

7. Adult water dragons are various shades of green.

8. There are touches of blue and pink around the throat and often a yellowish wash along the flanks. Limbs are well-developed, with sharp-clawed fingers and toes (five digits on each).

9. The eyes are relatively large, with orange irises.

10. The maximum length including tail is about 90 cm/3ft for adult males. Females are shorter and slighter than males.

11. Tails are banded green and a dark brownish-green to brown.

12. Tails are used for propelling in the water, for balance when climbing, and works as a whip when needed.

13. Have a third eye. Is actually a small round spot located at the top of the head, between the eyes, known as the parietal.

14. Third eye is thought to help water dragons, as well as a number of other reptiles, sense light differences.

References:

> Chinese Water Dragons
> Buddy Gallery

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