Physignathus lesueurii

(Eastern Water Dragon)

Description

Widely distributed along the tropical coast, usually observed on branches overhanging streams. Feeds on a variety of animals as well as fruit. The body is grey to grey-brown to olive-green with dark obscure bars which may extend as far around as the belly. There is quite a lot of colour variation particularly on lower surfaces which are yellowish to red. A vertebral crest of scales (spine-like) extends along the back and onto the tail.