May 28, 2025
The Gila monster delivers venom by chewing, allowing it to flow through grooves in its teeth, causing swelling, nausea, and dizziness—not deadly, but medically significant.
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In 2024, a man in Colorado died from a Gila monster bite—the first U.S. fatality in decades—highlighting the risks of keeping exotic pets.
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The Mexican beaded lizard, a shy cousin of the Gila monster, uses a venomous bite that may cause muscle weakness and nervous system effects, though rarely fatal.
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Once thought to kill with bacteria, Komodo dragons actually use venom that lowers blood pressure and induces shock—deadly for large prey like deer.
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Though humans aren’t usual targets, Komodo dragons have attacked people, especially where habitat loss increases contact with humans.
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Most venomous lizard bites happen when humans enter their habitats—for tourism, research, or pet keeping. These creatures bite only in self-defense.
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