Indonesia eyes komodo dragon island closure to thwart smuggling

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Indonesia may temporarily shut an island that is home to komodo dragons in a bid to fix problems created by mass tourism and thwart attempts to smuggle the world's biggest lizard, the local tourism agency said Thursday.

The proposed closure, which is awaiting central government approval, would start from 2020 but does not apply to nearby islands where the giant, slavering carnivores are also found, the agency said.

Komodo Island is home to some 2,300 dragons, which can grow to around three metres in length. An adult typically weighs from 70 to 90 kilograms . "When there are too many tourists in sensitive areas like Komodo National Park, the dragons can be adversely affected," he added.During the proposed closure, conservationists would work to rehabilitate endemic plants and boost the number of deer, boars and other natural prey.

The move would also include tighter visitor quotas and a new ticketing system that would require tourists to book online ahead of time rather than paying on the spot.

 

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Why would anyone want to smuggle giant poisonous lizards (I know, because $$$, but it's insane!)

Then they should keep the Island closed to the public permanently to keep them safe.

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