The Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is the largest species of lizard, which is a member of the monitor lizard family. The population is about 6,000 lizards scattered among those islands within the Komodo National Park. They are listed as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
The Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is the largest species of lizard, which is a member of the monitor lizard family. The population is about 6,000 lizards scattered among those islands within the Komodo National Park. They are listed as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Pig tail macaque is one of the old world monkeys. They are usually the prey of riverine crocodile whenever they go near to the river bank - Malaysian Borneo.
Borneo Pygmy Elephant is the endangered sub-species of Asian Elephant. They are largely concentrated in the northeastern part of Borneo, particularly at the lower Kinabatangan floodplain.
Greater one-horned rhinoceros is the largest of the Asian rhinos. It can weigh up to about 1,300 kgs. This year, in 2016, Nepal achieved two years of zero rhino poaching since its last rhino was poached in May 2014. Strong political will and commitment of conservation communities in the country has led to this success story. Today, there are more than 645 one-horned rhinos living in Nepal. This is the highest recorded number in the country so far. That is a 21% increase in total population from the 534 individuals recorded in 2011.
Proboscis Monkey (Nasalis larva's) is endemic to the island of Borneo. Also an endangered species, they are one of the largest monkey species in Asia. A mature male Proboscis Monkey has a big nose and round belly.
