Can I keep a Komodo dragon as a pet?

Can I keep a Komodo dragon as a pet?

Since Komodo Dragons are an endangered species, it’s currently illegal to own one.

What does Komodo dragons need to survive?

Diet. As the dominant predators on the handful of islands they inhabit, Komodo dragons will eat almost anything, including carrion, deer, pigs, smaller dragons, and even large water buffalo. When hunting, Komodo dragons rely on camouflage and patience, lying in wait for passing prey.

What do I feed my pet Komodo dragon?

Diet items

Adults. Wild boar. Sunda deer. Water buffalo.

Hatchlings feed exclusively on insects. Beetles and grasshoppers.

Small-size Komodo dragons. Smaller lizards. Insects. Birds and their eggs.

Medium-size Komodo dragons. Rodents: rats, shrews. Birds: megapodes and various small species.

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How much does a Komodo dragon cost?

According to wildlife officials in the United States, komodo dragons are being sold on the black market. In a report by CBS News, when smugglers offer a komodo dragon for sale the price to buy the animal is reported to be $30,000. Buyers can also purchase a Madagascar tortoises for $30,000 as well.