Large-scaled water monitor
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The large-scaled water monitor (Varanus nuchalis) is a species of monitor lizard.[2]
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Large-scaled water monitor | |
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Scientific classification ![]() | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Reptilia |
Order: | Squamata |
Family: | Varanidae |
Genus: | Varanus |
Subgenus: | Soterosaurus |
Species: | V. nuchalis |
Binomial name | |
Varanus nuchalis (Günther, 1872) | |
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It is endemic to the Philippines, where it is found on the islands of Cebu, Ticao, Negros, Panay and Masbate.[1]
The species is found in a variety of habitats, primarily mangroves and lowland forests.[1]