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Komodo dragons hunt dangerous prey
English
The Komodo dragon is a large lizard. It lives on hot islands. The dragon is a strong predator. It has sharp teeth and a long tail. Its teeth are for chewing prey. The dragon isn't weak. It is stronger than small animals. Do Komodo dragons hunt alone? No, they sometimes hunt in groups. Their habitat is forests and islands. Are Komodo dragons dangerous? Yes, they are. They can run fast at night. The dragon uses its tail and legs to catch prey. Don't lose your food near a Komodo dragon! Does the dragon have powerful teeth? Yes, it does. The teeth are on top of its mouth. Komodo dragons aren't small predators. They are at the top of their habitat. Why are they dangerous? Because they hunt and eat large prey. The Komodo islands are their home. Is the dragon a fast runner? Yes, it is. But it isn't the fastest. Their sharp teeth make them strong predators. Do you like Komodo dragons? They are amazing but dangerous.
Komodo dragon basking in sun
English
The Komodo dragon is big and strong. It has long claws and a short tongue. The tongue flicks quickly. Is the dragon basking in the sun now? Yes, it is. The sun is hot. Komodo dragons like dry habitats. They can swim, but they prefer basking. Do they like cold? No, they don’t. Their bite is venomous. They can kill prey with their claws or bite. The young dragon digs in the sand. Does it have wet skin? No, it isn’t wet. Can it smell prey far away? Yes, it can. The prey isn’t safe. The bite isn’t painless. Komodo dragons aren’t fast, but they are strong. Do they help each other? No, they don’t. They live alone. Where is the dragon now? It is under the sun. Is it climbing? No, it is basking. Would you like to see a Komodo dragon? Be careful! They are dangerous.
Komodo dragons hunt island prey
English
Komodo dragons are big. They live on an island. The island is Komodo. They are very strong. Their jaws are strong. They can crush bones. Do they eat plants? No, they don’t. They eat meat. They like fresh prey. They can ambush prey. They are fast. They can swim far. Can they climb trees? Yes, they can. Female dragons lay eggs. The eggs are in the ground. Baby dragons come from eggs. Are the babies big? No, they aren’t. They are weak. They hide in trees. Do they eat carrion? Yes, they do. They eat carrion too. Komodo dragons are independent. They don’t live in Bali. They are good hunters.
Sample flashcards 20
Komódóedrákinn→the komodo dragon
Komódóedrákinn er stór eðla.→The komodo dragon is a large lizard.
Er Komódóedrákinn hættulegur?→Is the komodo dragon dangerous?
Komódóedrákinn er ekki hröð hlaupari.→The komodo dragon isn't a fast runner.
hættulegur rándýr→a dangerous predator
Komódóedrákar eru hættuleg rándýr.→Komodo dragons are dangerous predators.
Eru Komódóedrákar á toppi rándýra?→Are komodo dragons the top predators?
Smádýr eru ekki hættuleg rándýr.→Small animals aren't dangerous predators.
að veiða bráð→to hunt prey
Komódóedrákar veiða bráð sína.→Komodo dragons hunt their prey.
Veiða Komódóedrákar í hópum?→Do komodo dragons hunt in groups?
Þeir veiða ekki á nóttunni.→They don't hunt at night.
hvössu tennurnar→the sharp teeth
Komódóedrákar hafa hvöss tennur.→Komodo dragons have sharp teeth.
Missir Komódóedrákinn tennurnar sínar?→Does the komodo dragon lose its teeth?
Hvössu tennurnar þeirra eru ekki til að tyggja.→Their sharp teeth aren't for chewing.
öfluga halann→the powerful tail
Komódóedrákinn notar öfluga hann sinn.→The komodo dragon uses its powerful tail.
Er halinn sterkari en fæturnir?→Is the tail stronger than the legs?
Halinn er ekki veikur.→The tail isn't weak.
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