KOMODO DRAGON The Komodo dragon is the world's largest living reptile. ... The Komodo Dragon reaches lengths of up to 12 feet long and weighs up to 300 pounds. ... The Komodo dragon is found mainly on the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rintja, Padar and Flores. ... The Komodo dragons were sought as trophies by big-game hunters. ... In order to protect the dragon, the Indonesian government has made the islands of Padar and Rintja into nature reserves for both the lizard and its prey. ...

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