As Purwandana and Ariefiandy write, Komodo dragons “function as an entire vertebrate predator guild.” In other words, these lizards play the role of the entire cat family.

What Does The Komodo Dragon Eat? The Komodo dragon is a consummate carnivore, and its diet consists primarily of meat and includes animals such as deer, goats, and pigs. This species prefers to ...

"Komodo dragons have curved, serrated teeth to rip and tear their prey just like those of meat-eating dinosaurs," said Dr. Aaron LeBlanc from the Center for Oral, Clinical & Transitional Sciences.