The World's Only Blue Tree Monitor Lizard Found in Indonesia's Raja Ampat
The blue tree monitor lizard (Varanus macraei), found exclusively on Batanta Island in Indonesia's Raja Ampat, faces serious threats due to its extremely limited habitat. This unique reptile was first scientifically described in 2001.
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