Fri, 08 May 2026 06:25:01 +0000

You Won’t Believe What Happens When a Savannah Monitor Invades Your Kitchen Have you ever imagined the day your kitchen becomes the scene of an unexpected wildlife encounter? That moment when—while prepping dinner—you spot a sleek, scaled Savannah Monitor sprawled across your countertop or trailing behind your pantry staples? While this scene sounds like a scene from a nature documentary or a bizarre comedy sketch, it’s more real than you might believe. The Surprising Savannah Monitor Venture into Your Kitchen Savannah monitors (Varanus exanthematicus) are large, intelligent reptiles native to the grasslands and savannas of sub-Saharan Africa. Known for their striking patterns, powerful build, and curious nature, these monitor lizards are surprisingly adaptable—and sometimes, very curious about human spaces, including your kitchen.