You probably didn't know these 16 interesting facts about Komodo National Park.

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In addition to its stunning scenery, Komodo National Park is home to the Komodo dragon, a 2 to 3-meter-long reptile native to East Nusa Tenggara. In addition to its status as a World Heritage Site, the area is a popular destination for tourists who like outdoor activities, including diving, snorkelling, and hiking. Considering a trip? Here are a few interesting tidbits to prepare you for your trip.

1. Komodo National Park, which includes the three principal islands of Komodo, Rinca, and Padar, is home to up to 5,965 Komodo dragons. More than 3,000 dragons have been counted on Komodo Island alone, with 2,875 dragons on Rinca Island, 92 on Gili Motang Island, 75 on Nusa Kuda Island, and the remainder on Padar Island (five).

2. Komodo dragons are only found in Indonesia. Therefore the park is a popular location for scientists and naturalists who seek to research the creature's evolution. The enormous lizards that once roamed Indonesia and Australia millions of years ago are only found in East Nusa Tenggara.

3. As in nature, park rangers do not feed the dragons; instead, they allow them to prey on animals like goats and birds.

4. Komodo dragons live in isolation. They prefer to hunt on their own rather than in groups.

5. As a cold-blooded species, the dragons at the park spend their mornings basking in the sun before retreating to the shade.

6. Too many people can stress out Komodo dragons, so keep that in mind when seeing them. When this occurs, park rangers will immediately warn any tourists to keep away.

7. During June and July, the animals mate when the females are eight years old, and the males are seven. In September, female brush turkeys can lay up to 30 eggs after digging two-meter-deep holes in brush turkey nests. Rinca Island has between 70 and 80 nests. (See also: Komodo National Park attracts cruise ships as a popular vacation spot)

8. Female Komodo dragons excavate multiple nesting holes near their primary nest to lessen the risk of snakes or boars feeding on the eggs. Even the mother, Komodo, has trouble telling which of these is the real deal.

9. For three months, they stay in the nest with their eggs and then return nine months later when the eggs are ready to hatch. Female Komodo dragons are thought to care about their eggs primarily and not the juveniles they mate with.

10. Newborn Komodos climb trees to evade predators and feed on lizards and tiny snakes until they are 3 to 5 years old, leaving the trees.

11. The Komodo dragon is a cannibalistic species.

12. Komodo dragons have been known to launch surprise attacks when provoked. If confronted by an enraged Komodo, it is best to remain silent. There is no need to panic or move. Do not move; you will be unable to escape from a Komodo dragon's vast territory. In a circumstance like this, you should strictly adhere to the instructions of your ranger. There are plans to make Komodo Airport international shortly.

13. On Komodo Island, where the animals roam free, you'll find a renowned pink beach. To avoid encountering dragons in the nearby hills, it's best not to go too far afield from the shore.

14. Avoid being bitten by a Komodo dragon because their saliva contains bacteria that can kill you. It is common practice to bite their prey and then follow it until the bacterium takes effect.

15. To ensure personal safety, visitors are strongly encouraged to adhere to the park's guidelines and to travel in groups. The dragons are extremely sensitive to the smell of blood. Therefore, menstrual women should inform the ranger.

16. Padar Island, a neighbouring island in West Manggarai, is becoming a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful scenery for photography and trekking.

 

 

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