Perentie Goanna / Perenty Monitor Lizard Sticking tongue out Aboriginal delicacy The Gardens Road, 80km nth of Alice Springs, Nthn Territory, Australia

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Perentie Goanna / Perenty Monitor Lizard Sticking tongue out Aboriginal delicacy The Gardens Road, 80km nth of Alice Springs, Nthn Territory, Australia

DH-3154
Perentie Monitor Lizard / Goanna - Sticking tongue out
The Gardens Road, 80km nth of Alice Springs, Nthn Territory, Australia
Varanus giganteus
Aboriginal delicacy
Don Hadden
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EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this hilarious snapshot captured by wildlife photographer Don Hadden, we witness a cheeky Perentie Goanna sticking its tongue out at us. But what's even more fascinating is that this reptile has an impeccable taste for Aboriginal delicacies! Nestled along The Gardens Road, 80km north of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory of Australia, this goanna knows exactly where to find the most mouthwatering treats. With its long, forked tongue scenting and smelling the desert air, it navigates through the arid landscape like a true food connoisseur. Known as one of Australia's largest lizards, this single goanna proudly showcases its adventurous palate. From insects to small mammals and even eggs from other reptiles' nests, nothing seems to be off-limits for our daring gastronome. But here's where things get truly intriguing – according to local lore, some Aboriginal communities consider these scaly creatures edible! While we can't vouch for their taste ourselves (and definitely not commercially), it certainly adds an extra layer of curiosity to our friend's culinary escapades. So next time you're exploring Oceania's vast wilderness or simply browsing through captivating wildlife prints like DH-3154 by Don Hadden, remember that even reptiles have their own unique sense of flavor adventure!

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