Heath goanna digging for food (VIDEO)

University of Cambridge

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The heath goanna is an endangered species of giant lizard native to the heathlands of southern Australia that can grow up to a metre and a half in length. It feeds on the dead carcasses of other animals, as well as catching live animals.

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Tom Jameson

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