Spanning 670 square miles, Komodo National Park encompasses 26 small islands and the three larger islands of Padar, Komodo, and Rinca. These volcanic islands are inhabited by a population of around 5,700 giant lizards, whose appearance and aggressive behavior have led to them being called 'Komodo dragons'. These giant lizards exist nowhere else in the world and are of great scientific interest, especially for their evolutionary implications. They are the largest living species of lizard, growing to a maximum length of 3 m (9.8 ft) and weighing up to 70 kg (150 lb).
The last time we were here, we went to Komodo Island (the largest of the Komodo Islands). This time we went to the lesser-known Rinca Island. It was very nice with wooden walkways and a great museum. The Komodo dragons were not as large as those we saw on Komodo Island but were equally intimidating!
.JPG "Baby Komodo Dragon")
.JPG "Two Komodo dragons resting under a tree")
.JPG "Jessica and Mr. X at the park museum")
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