Face of the Day

Monitor Lizard, Lumpini Park, Bangkok


The Varanus salvator or Asian water monitor lizard can be seen by the dozen in Bangkok's central Lumpini park.

Theoretically they could harm a small child but there hasn't been a single recorded incident of lizard aggression in the park; they'd rather plonk into the water and glide away than get too close to humans.

When even a short stroll is sure to include a sighting of these magnificent creatures, Lumpini park is worth a visit.