Komodo dragons use body language, such as head bobbing and tongue flicking, to communicate dominance or submission within their social hierarchy.
They also produce vocalizations like hisses, growls, and snorts to establish territory boundaries and attract potential mates.
Chemical signals play a crucial role in communication among Komodo dragons. They use their forked tongues to sample the air and detect scents.
By leaving scent markings through feces and scent glands, Komodo dragons can convey information about their identity, reproductive status, and territory ownership.
Intraspecific interactions involve a variety of communication methods, including aggressive displays, tail lashing, and even physical combat to establish dominance.
Understanding the diverse communication methods of Komodo dragons sheds light on their complex social behaviors and helps researchers study their interactions in the wild.