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Nile Monitor

Varanus niloticus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Varanidae ›Genus: Varanus

About

The Nile monitor (Varanus niloticus) is a large member of the monitor lizard family (Varanidae) found throughout much of Africa, but is absent from the west, where it is replaced by Varanus stellatus. Other common names include the African small-grain lizard, water leguaan or river leguaan (leguan, leguaan, and likkewaan mean monitor lizard in South African English, and can be used interchangeably).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nile Monitor?
The scientific name of Nile Monitor is Varanus niloticus.
What kingdom does Nile Monitor belong to?
Nile Monitor belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Nile Monitor belong to?
Nile Monitor belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Nile Monitor belong to?
Nile Monitor belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Nile Monitor belong to?
Nile Monitor belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Nile Monitor belong to?
Nile Monitor belongs to the family Varanidae.
What genus does Nile Monitor belong to?
Nile Monitor belongs to the genus Varanus.