According to a list curated by scientists from Oxford University and Tel Aviv University, here are the world's most popular reptiles in the world.
The most popular reptile according to the list is the Komodo dragon, also known as the Komodo monitor. Native to Indonesia, they are the largest lizard in the world.
Native to regions of sub-Saharan Africa, black mamba is a highly venomous snake and the second longest venomous reptile in the world. It generally grows to 3 metres in length.
As its name suggests, saltwater crocodile resides in saltwater habitats. The American species is the largest in the world, although not as aggressive as some other species.
Native to India and Southeast Asia, King cobra is a venomous snake. It is the longest venomous snake in the world and is often mentioned in Indian folklore and legends.
Species of a venomous lizard, the Gila monster is native to Southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It is slow-moving and heavy, and the only species of venomous lizard in the United States.
Native to Southeastern United States, this venomous species of snake can result in a potentially fatal bite. It is a semiaquatic viper, with only a few species of the kind in the world.
American alligator resides in the Southeastern United States and few in regions of northeastern Mexico. It is a large species of crocodilian reptile and is recognised by its unique broad snout and dark colour.