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The Komodo dragon is the largest living lizard.
It exists today only on a few small islands of Indonesia, including Komodo.
Lizards are in the reptile family.
This great reptile can reach a length of 10 feet and weigh 250 pounds.
It has a long tail and its body is covered with small scales.
Turtles, alligators, and crocodiles are also lizards.
The Komodo dragon has sharp eyesight and a keen sense of smell.
Its size, strength, and powerful claws and teeth make it a fearsome hunter.
Another animal with “dragon” in its name is the dragonfly.
Komodo dragons hunt during the day and rest at night.
This species is a member of the most ancient group of lizards alive today.
Some dinosaurs were lizards.