Q1) There are around 20 species of goanna, ___?___ of which are unique to Australia.


Q2)Goannas are ___?_____ eating reptiles.

Q3) Goannas prey on all manner of small _______?

Q4) The largest is the Perentie (Varanus giganteus), which can grow over 2m in length ( 7 ft). True or False?

Q5) Goannas are also eaters of carrion. Which means?

Q6) The smallest of goanna species, the short-tailed monitor (Varanus brevicuda) reaches only 20 cm in length (8 in). True or False?

Q7) Most species of lizards have the ability to regrow limbs or tails. Goannas do not. True or False?

Q8) The most common of all goannas is ________ ?

Q9) A goanna is a rather swift mover, and when pressed will sprint short distances ___________?

Q10) Some goanna species lay their eggs inside termite mounds. Why?