On exposed rocks or logs near water, it is possible to see an Eastern Water Dragon (Physignathus lesueurii), soaking up the warmth of the sunshine. Their strong and sharp claws allow them to climb rockfaces or trees.
Although quite large, growing to about 80cm long, they are difficult to locate. When disturbed they scurry into crevices or deep water, and may remain submerged for up to 30 minutes.
Mature dragons may exhibit black and red markings on their body. Females lay around 12 eggs in an excavated hole in sandy soil above the floodline and eggs hatch in about three months.