Specimen Information

Varanus niloticus
Varanus niloticus
(Nile Monitor)
Reptiles-Lizards
Exotic

Specimen ID264321
GroupReptiles-Lizards
GenusVaranus
Speciesniloticus
Common NameNile Monitor
StateFL
CountyHendry
LocalityDenaud, 4830 Fort Denaud Road, near the Caloosahatchee River
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameCaloosahatchee
HUC8 Number03090205
HUC10 NameMiddle Caloosahatchee River
HUC10 Number0309020504
HUC12 Name030902050401
HUC12 Number030902050401
Map
Collection Day7
Collection Month11
Collection Year2009
Year AccuracyActual
Potential Pathwayreleased pet
Statuscollected
CommentsObserved sunning on the dock along the river.
Record TypeNAS sighting report
Freshwater/MarineFreshwater
Number Collected1
Size3-4 foot long


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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2026]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [1/31/2026].

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