Asian Water Monitor

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Lizard
gptkbp:activity_pattern Diurnal
gptkbp:adaptations Adapted to aquatic life
Can change behavior based on environment
gptkbp:behavior Semi-aquatic
gptkbp:body_shape Long body with strong limbs
gptkbp:breeding_season Variable depending on location
gptkbp:captive_breeding Occasionally kept in captivity
gptkbp:climate_adaptation Adaptable to various climates
gptkbp:climbing_ability Good climbers
gptkbp:clutch_size Typically lays 15-30 eggs
gptkbp:color Dark brown to black
gptkbp:coloration Camouflaged in water
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Protected in some areas
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
Status may change with habitat loss.
gptkbp:cultural_significance Considered a delicacy in some cultures
gptkbp:diet gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:ecological_role Top predator in its habitat
gptkbp:fishing_regulations Can catch fish with speed
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Forages in water and on land
gptkbp:fossil_record Related to ancient lizards
gptkbp:genetic_diversity High genetic diversity across populations
gptkbp:habitat Wetlands
gptkbp:habitat_range Freshwater and brackish environments
gptkbp:has_skin Rough and scaly
Used in traditional medicine in some cultures
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Asian Water Monitor
gptkbp:human_interaction Limited social interactions
Can be aggressive if threatened
gptkbp:hunting_technique Ambush predator
Active during the day
Wide range across Southeast Asia
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 15 years in the wild
gptkbp:local_names Known as ' Biawak' in Indonesia
gptkbp:migration Generally non-migratory
gptkbp:mouth Sharp and conical
gptkbp:movement Swims well
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Southeast_Asia
gptkbp:nesting Nests in sandy areas
gptkbp:predators gptkb:Crocodiles
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Nile_Monitor
gptkbp:reproduction Oviparous
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Varanus_salvator
gptkbp:senses Excellent vision and smell
gptkbp:size Up to 2 meters long
gptkbp:skin_color Color varies by region
Dark with lighter spots
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary or in small groups
gptkbp:subspecies Several recognized subspecies
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships May share habitat with other species
gptkbp:tail_type Long and muscular
gptkbp:territorial_behavior May defend territory
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss
gptkbp:uses Skin used for leather
gptkbp:weight Can weigh up to 20 kg
gptkbp:wildlife Threatened by urban development
gptkbp:young Hatchlings are independent
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Lizard
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4