This gorgeous lizard is a lace monitor (Varanus varius), a huge reptile that can reach over 2.5m long! Their long, sharp claws allow them to easily climb trees, even those with smooth trunks, where they dive into nesting holes to eat baby birds and eggs. 🎥 CDL Photography #ausgeo #australia #lizard #nature #wildlife #naturephotography #seeaustralia | Australian Geographic

This spectacular wild yellow-spotted monitor was filmed by reptile enthusiast Dan Rumsey, zookeeper at Australian Reptile Park. Also known as the Argus monitor, the adults can grow to a length of 1.5 meters. Turn your volume on for this folks, you're going to want to hear that incredible hiss! Video courtesy of Zookeeper Dan | Science Is Awesome