Ancient animals in Indonesia

Ancient animals are animals that lived in the past, then became extinct. However, not all ancient animals
experienced extinction. There are several ancient animals that still survive, both at sea and on land.
Examples of extinct animals are the megalodon, dinosaurs and titanoboa. These animals lived in various
eras and were very large in size.

Talking about ancient animals, humans are also responsible for the environment. These animals are
endangered because their population is decreasing. Several animals have become extinct due to human
hunting, tree cutting, fires, and difficulty finding food.

Ancient Animals in Indonesia

Indonesia has interesting biodiversity and animals to know. There are various species of ancient animals
in Indonesia. These animals are scattered in various regions in Indonesia.

Ancient Komodo Dragons

Komodo dragons or complete Komodo dragons ( Varanus komodoensis ) are large monitor lizard species
found on the islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, Gili Motang and Gili Dasami in East Nusa Tenggara
Province. This monitor lizard by the natives of the island of Komodo is also called by the local name
“ora”. Another name for the Komodo dragon is land crocodile, although the Komodo dragon is not a
species of crocodile.

Komodo dragons are the largest species in the Varanidae family , as well as the largest lizards in the
world, with an average length of 2–3 meters and can weigh up to 100 kilograms. The Komodo dragon is
the top predator in its habitat because so far there is no known large carnivore other than this monitor
lizard anywhere in its geography.

Their massive body and terrible reputation made them one of the most famous ancient animals in the
world. Now, the real habitat of the Komodo dragon has shrunk due to human activities, so that the IUCN
agency includes the Komodo dragon as a species that is vulnerable to extinction. The Komodo dragon
has been designated as a protected animal by the Indonesian government and its habitat has been
made into a national park, namely the Komodo National Park, whose purpose was established to protect
them.