Chinese Water Dragon
Physignathus cocincinus
Country of origin | Southeast Asia and southern China |
Habitat | Lowland and highland forests |
Diet | Insects, fruit and vegetables |
Status | Social |
Lifespan | 10 – 15 years |
Average body weight | 0.5kg – 0.9kg |
Average body length | 61cm – 91cm |
Did you know?
Chinese water dragons can remain submerged in water for up to 25 minutes.
Threats in the wild
Snakes, birds and small mammals.
IUCN red list status
The IUCN status of the Chinese Water Dragon is vulnerable.
For more info on classifications visit www.iucnredlist.org.