{"product_id":"mertens-water-monitor","title":"Mertens’ Water Monitor (Varanus mertensi) - The Australian Aquatic Specialist (Captive Bred)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe Mertens’ Water Monitor is widely considered the most aquatic of all monitor lizards. Native to the riparian zones of Northern Australia, these monitors are a spectacular example of evolutionary adaptation. They feature nostrils positioned on the top of their snouts (similar to a crocodile) and a laterally compressed, paddle-like tail that allows them to navigate waterways with incredible speed and agility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAesthetically, Mertens’ are striking, with a dark charcoal or chocolate-brown base color speckled with countless tiny, cream-to-yellow ocelli (spots). In the monitor world, they are prized for their intelligence and active nature. While they require a significant investment in housing—needing both a large terrestrial area and a substantial water feature—their inquisitive \"dog-like\" curiosity makes them one of the most rewarding species for an advanced keeper to interact with. These captive-bred specimens are healthy, alert, and ready to become the crown jewel of a high-end monitor collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShipping and Live Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e As a semi-aquatic species, Mertens’ Monitors are highly active and require stable, secure shipping conditions. We use professional-grade insulated crates and climate-controlled packaging to ensure your monitor arrives in peak condition. To learn more, please visit our \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"305\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/majorleagueexotics.com\/pages\/about\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShipping and About Page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Images are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003erepresentative only\u003c\/b\u003e. As juveniles, Mertens’ often show high-contrast spotting that matures into a complex, beautiful \"stardust\" pattern. Unless marked \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"175\"\u003e\"Exact Animal,\"\u003c\/b\u003e you will receive a healthy, well-started specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Major League Exotic Pets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46904447008919,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/0189\/4551\/files\/Mertens_WaterMonitor3_4daeea5a-4f64-480f-8e51-7365182f1e20.heic?v=1770687287","url":"https:\/\/majorleagueexotics.com\/products\/mertens-water-monitor","provider":"Major League Exotic Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}