<I>V. melinus</I> (IMAGE) Helmholtz Association Caption The Quince monitor (Varanus melinus) from the Moluccas was described by the researchers of the Museum Koenig in 1997. Due to its colorfulness, this monitor lizard is a target species of the international pet trade. Credit Thomas Ziegler Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.