7 Of The World s Most Dangerous Lizards And Turtles

This venomous lizard, found in the southwestern U.S. and northwestern Mexico, has a powerful bite that delivers nerve toxins, causing intense pain. 

Gila Monster(Heloderma suspectum)

With powerful jaws and aggressive behavior, snapping turtles can inflict severe bites. The alligator snapping turtle, the largest of its kind, is particularly.

Snapping Turtles (Chelydra serpentina)

Similar to the Gila monster, this lizard uses venomous bites to deliver nerve toxins. While painful, it has not been linked to human fatalitie.

Mexican Beaded Lizard (Heloderma horridum)

Common iguanas, while not venomous, have sharp serrated teeth that can cause serious injuries. They can inflict painful.

Iguanas (Subfamily Iguaninae)

Native to New Guinea, this large and aggressive lizard can reach 5 meters (16 feet) in length. Its size and strength make it potentially dangerous.

Crocodile Monitor (Varanus salvadorii)

Found in Southeast Asia, this large lizard can grow up to 2.7 meters (9 feet). Its bite can be painful and expose victims to harmful bacteria.

Common Water Monitor (Varanus salvator)

The largest living lizard, native to Indonesia, the Komodo dragon uses venom and physical force to subdue prey. Its bite can cause shock and death due to its blood-clotting toxins.

Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis)