Hello Rotty9,
Croc monitors do have long sharp teeth, but so do many other large monitors. You don't want a bite from any of them. Water monitors, mangroves, bluetails, tricoloreds, crocs- they all have very long sharp teeth and the muscles to push them deep into you... Handle monitors only when necessary and you reduce the chances of being bitten frequently. I will go so far as to say, treat your croc monitors as though they are venomous and you will greatly reduce your level of danger. This is a beautiful species and deserves as much interest and attention as any of the other large species (provided you understand the commitment and responsibility of a large monitor lizard). Like the other large monitors their bite should not be the focus point of their captivity. I have seen croc monitor bites(deep and bloody), crocodile and alligator bites(which usually severs limbs, fingers, etc.), a 7.5' water monitor bite (deep, bloody, pulled hard and refused to let go...), giant retic bites, not to mention the venomous... Heck, iguanas have a bad bite! - Reptiles can be dangerous- be smart- be cautious- croc monitors are not bad creatures, just bad biters- don't get bitten... Factored in with the rest of the reptile world, they are monitors... no more, no less, ...respect & enjoy them- best to you all- Mike

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