Komodo dragons reach sexual maturity at around 5-7 years old. Mating occurs between May and August, with females laying up to 30 eggs in September.
Young Komodo dragons face many threats, including cannibalism from adult dragons. They spend their early years in trees to avoid predators until they grow larger.
The female Komodo dragon buries her eggs in a nest and guards them for about 8 months. The eggs hatch in April, and the young are left to fend for themselves.
As they grow, Komodo dragons transition to a more terrestrial lifestyle. They reach full size at around 8-9 years old and can live up to 30 years in the wild.
Komodo dragons are apex predators, using their size and strength to hunt prey such as deer and wild boar. Their powerful jaws and venomous bite make them formidable hunters.
The conservation status of Komodo dragons is vulnerable due to habitat loss and human activities. Efforts are being made to protect these fascinating creatures in the wild.