Reptiles
Meet the Sailfin Dragon, a striking reptile known for its impressive size and vibrant appearance!
The Sailfin Dragon, also known as the Philippine Sailfin Lizard (Hydrosaurus pustulatus), is a species of lizard native to Southeast Asia, particularly the Philippines and Indonesia. These striking reptiles are known for their vibrant colors, impressive size, and distinctive sail-like fin along their backs, which they can raise and lower for thermoregulation and display purposes.
They inhabit tropical rainforests and riverbanks, where they are adept climbers and swimmers, often basking in the sun or hunting for prey.
In the wild, they typically live for around 10 to 15 years, although some individuals may live longer if they avoid predation and other threats.
In captivity, Sailfin Dragons can potentially live even longer with proper care. With access to a nutritious diet, suitable habitat, and regular veterinary check-ups, captive Sailfin Dragons have been known to live for up to 15 to 20 years or more.
Sailfin Dragons are relatively large lizards, with adults typically weighing between 1 to 2 kilograms.
Sailfin Dragons are primarily herbivorous, feeding on a diet consisting mainly of leafy greens, vegetables, and fruits, supplemented with occasional protein sources such as insects
