Varanus similis
Species of lizard
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Varanus similis is a small species of monitor lizard. It is often referred to as the Similis monitor or the spotted tree monitor.[1]
| Varanus similis | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Anguimorpha |
| Family: | Varanidae |
| Genus: | Varanus |
| Subgenus: | Odatria |
| Species: | V. similis |
| Binomial name | |
| Varanus similis Mertens, 1958 | |
It is found in Australia in Queensland and the Northern Territory and in Papua New Guinea.[1]