The Chinese water dragon is known as Physignathus cocincinus in the botanical language. On a broader level they are known as Asian water dragons, green water dragons and Thai water dragons as well. Another version of the Chinese water dragon is the Australian adaptation known as P.Lesuerurii.

The Chinese water dragon is a rather unique reptile. At its zenith the dragon can grow to a maximum length of three feet in males and a foot shorter in females. The water dragon exists in a range of vivid greens ranging from extremely dark green to lighter tints of the color.

Their overall appearance is quite unique. It\’s under belly is usually white but can take on a pale yellow or off white appearance. The outer body has features of slanting lines of emerald and blue-green covering its body. The tail of a Water Dagon has continuously changing loop patterns of sea green and chocolate.

The most interesting physical feature of the Chinese water dragon however is its colorful neck. The range of colors found on its throats includes orange, peach and yellow. You will be able to find them in single color as well as in stripes.

The male dragon sports a much larger and triangular shaped head. It also has crests on its head along with the neck and tail. The tail of the Chinese water dragon is almost two thirds of the length of the body. The long tail serves a number of practical purposes and it also serves as a whip like weapon for the reptile. It makes use of the tail whip when it senses danger from its surroundings.

One of the most unique elements in the Chinese water dragon is the presence of a small photosensitive dot between its eyes. This is known as the pineal gland. It serves the purpose of thermo regulating the body. The so called third eye achieves this task by sensing the differences that occur in the level of light that the reptile is exposed to. The pineal gland is an amazing feature of the dragon and it also helps it to avoid attacks from hungry predators.

This particular cold blooded creature exists in many Asian countries and regions, but its home is in china. They are not exclusive in their preference for habitats as they can be found in high areas, or low lying areas. They do seem preferable to having fresh water as part of their environment.

During the day time however you will find them to be spawning the trees looking for food and fun. When threatened in the trees the dragons dive into the stream and make a swim for it. The dragon has the potential to remain underwater for up to half an hour.

The environment where they choose has much to do with their consumption of food. Chinese Water Dragons reside near fresh water to eat other more diminutive cold blooded creatures, the vegetation, bugs, and little fish from time to time.