Hemipenis- Varanus beccari pic... - Page 2

treevaranus · 10-19-04, 08:00 PM

Although both being entirely black in coloration, there were two separate species that I posted pics of. The first pic is of a Varanus beccari, or a "Black Tree Monitor". The last pic I posted was of my male Togian Water Monitor-Varanus salvator togianus. Their hemipenal morphology and size differs greatly, although they both have the characteristic "flower-like" tip. I hope this clears up any confusion you might have..

Cheers, have a great day!

bob
The Odatriad

chuck911jeep · 10-19-04, 08:01 PM

togian water are beautifull, you like all the most ''wanted'' monitor and it seem you got them

treevaranus · 10-19-04, 08:11 PM

Well, I just keep the animals that I find beautiful and intriguing, and are fun to keep. If you are not having fun with the hobby, then it is just another job. It's all about having fun and enjoying yourself. There are other species that I would love to keep, but don't have the space or money to obtain them/properly care for them. Well, there is one more species/subspecies that I would love to get, if they become available to the trade....but that's a secret....hahahahaha

Time is also an important aspect of my hobby, and I am currently at critical mass.. between work and school, so anymore animals, and that will throw off the balance....

Thanks for the kind words, it's good to hear that there are other togianus fans out there...most of my friends think they are just black blobs...they do not see any beauty or intrigue in them, as I do... Cheers, hopefully there will be some captive bred offspring in the future, as I know of a few dedicated keepers who will hopefully get some in the years to follow... The WC adults I have are pains in the asses, but have all the attitude of a WC 'big' monitor does, which gives them great appeal... I certainly know to keep my distance with these guys..... Cheers, I'll post some updated pics of them in a week or so... Take care, have a great day!

bob