The reptiles commonly called dragons include the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis), which is the largest and heaviest lizard in the world native to Komodo Island in Indonesia, and the bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps), a smaller Australian lizard popular as a pet. Both belong to the reptile class and are known for distinct dragon-like features.
Yes, both Komodo dragons and bearded dragons are reptiles, classified under the class Reptilia, which also includes lizards, snakes, crocodilians, and turtles.
Bearded dragons usually live around 8 to 10 years in captivity, with proper care such as appropriate feeding, lighting, and veterinary attention; some have been known to live up to 18 years.
The Komodo dragon is considered the most 'dragon-like' reptile because of its large size, powerful build, and prehistoric appearance, closely resembling the mythical dragons of legend, whereas bearded dragons are smaller and more docile with some scale features that evoke the dragon myth.