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Definition of dwarf monitor

dwarf monitor

Plural:dwarf monitors
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Any of several small species of monitor lizards belonging to the subgenus Odatria, native primarily to the arid and tropical regions of Australia, distinguished by their relatively small size and active foraging behavior.

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"The ackie monitor is a popular species of dwarf monitor kept by reptile enthusiasts due to its manageable size and inquisitive nature."

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