By Sheetal Kumari | November 26, 2025
Tiny “dragons” glide through forests with dazzling wings, earning them the name Draco lizards.
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Draco lizards are small gliding reptiles found across Southeast Asia’s tropical forests.
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Their rib-supported wing membranes display bright colors used for communication and display.
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Draco lizards can glide up to 30 m, moving effortlessly between trees.
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Extended ribs support their wings, while flattened bodies help them stay stable mid-glide.
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They inhabit Southeast Asian forests, preferring tall trees and dense canopies.
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Draco lizards mainly eat ants and small insects found high on tree trunks.
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Tiny “dragons” glide through forests with dazzling wings, earning them the name Draco lizards.
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They rarely come to the ground, spending almost their entire lives in treetops.
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With wing-like membranes and graceful glides, Draco lizards are true “dragons” of the wild.
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