Unveiling the Science Behind Dragons

The Bombardier beetle releases a boiling chemical spray, much like a dragon's fire

Pterosaurs, real prehistoric creatures, once ruled the skies, resembling the dragons of myth

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Chinese dragons symbolize power and wisdom, often tied to real creatures like the crocodile

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Lizards are named after the mythical dragon for their fearsome appearance and deadly bite

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The idea of fire-breathing dragons might come from volcanic eruptions

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These insects are named after dragons due to their swift and predatory flight patterns

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Dragons were often depicted guarding treasures, possibly inspired by real encounters

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Komodo dragons were once thought to be mythical creatures by locals before being documented by explorers

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The Draco lizard has flaps of skin that allow it to glide through the air like a miniature dragon

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In Christian tradition, dragons are often used to represent evil, like the dragon in the Book of Revelation.

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