Sometimes you come across such creatures that you think they are not real at all. They seem so extraordinary that you think they are from legends or underworld. Dragons have also long been thought of as mythical animals but now you’ll see that some of them still exist. They are so magical, terrifying but beautiful at the same time. Here 10 real dragons are listed out. Go on reading and see how interesting creatures they are.
1. Bearded Dragon (Pgona sp.)
The habitat of this Pogona species is the central Australia. These creatures are favorite ones for pet owners. Bearded dragons change their color throughout the day. In the morning they are dark but they get lighter at the end of the day. By absorbing het from this color change they stay warm at cold nights. When they are aggressive or stressed their beard also changes its color, turning into black. These dragons have interesting behaviors such as “arm waving”. When they are alarmed you can see them lifting a front leg in the air and “waving” it. Bearded dragons eat both plant and animal food. So, they are omnivorous. They are also very intelligent. It is found out that the lizards can imitate a dragon for completing a task.
2. Komodo Dragon (Varanus Komodoensis)
The Komodo dragon is the largest lizard worldwide. It weighs up to 70kg and grow 3 meters long. This species is mostly found in the eastern Indonesia. With their mouths and razor-sharp teeth they are able to kill pigs, water buffalo and deer. Wherever they smell the scent of blood they will be attracted by it. Even from 5 km they can smell the scent of rotting flesh. You can find female dragons smaller than male dragons. Female dragons have approximately 2.5 meters length. Juveniles of this species spend their early years in the trees, but whenever they reach a meter they spend their time on the ground. When they are little they are just afraid of being eaten by adults. These dragons can also swim well and they are cold-blooded. But they always seek for warm places to maintain the level of their energy.
3. Dragonsnake (Xenodermus Javanicus)
This species is native to Malaysia and Indonesia. Sometimes it is also found in Thailand. It is quite unknown species and has different names like Javan mudsnake, rough-backed litter snake and Javan tubercle snake. The information about this mysterious animal is very limited. The mythical name “Xenodermus” means “strange skin”. These dragonsnakes measure 60 cm but females are larger a little. This animal looks like both snake and crocodilian and that is why it is called dragon snake. They usually hunt at night and feed on frogs. There is only one species of dragonsnake but scientists want to know this species better and never stop their investigations. They assure that much more information will soon be available about this species.
4. Pink Dragon Millipede (Desmoxytes pupurosea)
Dragon millipedes are found in South East Asia but these pink dragon millipedes were found in Thailand. They are 3 cm long and can release a poisonous chemical called “hydrogen cyanide” to prevent themselves from predators. This poison is their defense mechanism and is very unique in its form as it smells like “almonds”. The venom can cause death to human. Its bright pink hues warn predators to stay away and that it can be toxic. You can see them sitting quietly on the open grounds all day long, as all predators know that they are deadly creatures and are non-edible. So, if any of them wants to eat these millipedes they will be knocked down and will die within some minutes. Sure, their pink color is only skin beauty and you shouldn’t take them as innocent creatures.These pink shocking dragon millipedes are considered to be the third among the top ten discoveries of 2008.
5. Giant Petaltail Dragonfly (Petalura Ingentissima)
In general there are 5000 species of dragonflies but the giant petaltail is found in Queensland, Australia. This species measure 12 cm and have black and yellow stripes. The female’s wingspan may be 158-162 mm and some members of the genus “Tetracanthagyna” may have larger wings. They live in rainforest streams and hunt any passing prey beside rivers. Dragonflies got their name for their dizzying aerial acrobatics that were thought the devil’s work and in the Middle Ages the devil and dragons were synonymous. That time they were accused of biting horses or sewing up children’s eyes and mouth that are asleep. It’s “Petalura Ingentissima” name is derived from Latin word “ingens” that means “huge”. This species is considered to be the largest dragonfly species.
6. Flying Dragon (Draco species)
These black dragonfish are very strange and slender fish. They are long and have black terrifying body. Living in deep depths of about 5000-7000 feet in the Atlantic Ocean, this dragonfish is considered to be unique species that produce its own light. It can produce both red and blue/green light, and this is an advantage as it provides light for itself that other species can’t perceive. The light helps them to hunt, communicate with other fish and to be prevented from predators. Its bright lure attracts preys that think it’s a small meal and in this way this creature finds food with its fang-like teeth. But male dragonfish are toothless and are only 5cm long. When females go o hunt at night males remain in the deep.
7.Blue Dragon (Glaucus Atlanticus)
Blue dragon is a small sea slug but a very unique species. It feeds on only venomous cells like the Portuguese Man o’War. Using these poisonous parts for its own defense it builds its immune system. This extraordinary feeding is possible in oceans and that is the reason why blue dragon lives mostly there. So, to keep it as a pet is not advised. This creature has an incredible blue color which makes him very attractive and admirable. The length of it is from 5 to 8cm. Blue dragon can be very dangerous for people's health especially when they are on beach. The various poisons that are swallowed by these creatures can be unleashed anytime by them. So, despite its attractive look people need to be very cautious to avoid deadly results.
8. Seadragons (belongs to Syngnathidae family)
Leafy and weedy seadragons are only seen at southern Australia and are very familiar to scientists. They both got their names due to appendages which are like sea weeds. These help them to hide from predators, as well. These seadragons Ruby seadragons are one of the newest species of Syngnathidae family. They were named so because they have a bright red color. They are considered to live not in so deep depths. The lower depths, where reddish orange light is absorbed, may be the reason of the admirable color of seadragons. They have long body and a strange shape. Their tails are also long and these creatures can grow up to 45 cm long. According to scientists there are more seadragons to be discovered in the near future.
9. Dragonets (Callionymidae)
This tropical fish is found in the Indo-Pacific and belong the family “Callionymidae”. They can be found in close areas of the seas and have various colors to hide from predators. They are small in size but have a stunning look. They have large heads and large, elongated fins. Dragonets are of about 40 species of marine fishes. The mandarinfish have special pigment cells that can have the electric blue and orange colors. For their own prevention the mandarinfish hides their toxin in the thick mucus which covers their body. This mucus of dragonets has a very unpleasant smell and taste. During sexual mature the male dragonets are more brightly colored than females. The eggs of dragonets always float in the open water until they hatch. Dragonets are considered to be one of the most beautiful species of fish and are admired worldwide.10.Black Dragonfish (Idiacanthus Atlanticus)
These black dragonfish are very strange and slender fish. They are long and have black terrifying body. Living in deep depths of about 5000-7000 feet in the Atlantic Ocean, this dragonfish is considered to be unique species that produce its own light. It can produce both red and blue/green light, and this is an advantage as it provides light for itself that other species can’t perceive. The light helps them to hunt, communicate with other fish and to be prevented from predators. Its bright lure attracts preys that think it’s a small meal and in this way this creature finds food with its fang-like teeth. But male dragonfish are toothless and are only 5cm long. When females go o hunt at night males remain in the deep.
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