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Where do Komodo dragons naturally live?
Quick Answer
Komodo dragons are native to a handful of Indonesian islands, mainly Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang. They are found only in the Lesser Sunda Islands of Indonesia.
The Full Story
Komodo dragons live in the wild on several islands in eastern Indonesia, especially Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang. Their range is restricted to the Lesser Sunda Islands, where they occupy dry savanna, monsoon forest, and coastal habitats. The species was scientifically described in 1912. Much of its remaining habitat is protected inside Komodo National Park, created in 1980.
Key Facts
1.Native range includes 4 main Indonesian islands
2.Species described in 1912
3.Komodo National Park was established in 1980
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