(Plate IX. fig. C.) Varanus lunatus, Gray, Lizards, p. 10.

This species is very similar to V dreceene, from which it is distinguished by a larger number of ventral shields, which are arranged in 105 cross series from the gular fold to the loin. Neck, trunk, and tail marked with cross bands, which are as broad as the interspaces of the ground-colour; these bands are angular on the neck and trunk, with the angle directed backwards on the neck and forwards on the trunk-four on the neck, eleven on the trunk. Sides and legs dotted with white.

The single (typical) specimen in the British Museum is stuffed, and 26 inches long, the tail having a length of 14 inches. It is marked as coming from India, but without further information.