Gila Monster

The Gila Monster is a large, venomous lizard native to southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It can grow up to 2 feet long and is known for its heavy body and distinctive black and orange scales. Despite its menacing appearance, it tends to be slow-moving and docile, using its venom primarily for defense and to subdue prey like small mammals and birds. The Gila Monster is one of the few venomous lizards, and its bite can be painful, but it is rarely aggressive towards humans. It plays a vital role in its desert ecosystem, helping control pest populations.