There are 80 recognized species of monitor lizards, including the Komodo dragon, Asian water monitor, and the Nile monitor. Although most monitor lizards are venomous, their venom is not deadly ...

Archie was about 3 1/2 to 4 feet, which is typical for a Nile monitor lizard, she said. "Some people were asking if it's native, if they need to worry about seeing those guys out," Kostich said.

Archie was about 3 1/2 to 4 feet, which is typical for a Nile monitor lizard, she said. "Some people were asking if it's native, if they need to worry about seeing those guys out," Kostich said.

Mass Crocodile Hatching. Clip: Season 43 Episode 10 | 2m 43s Video has Closed Captions | CC. A disturbance from a mischievous Nile monitor sets off a mass hatching event. Aired 04/02/2025 ...

If you see a large, intimidating gray and yellow lizard, it’s probably a Nile monitor. They eat anything from bugs to iguanas, and state wildlife officials think they’re a problem.