LC Carnivore Deserts, Scrubland
Up to 2.3 kg
Weight
Up to 20 yrs
Lifespan
N/A
Top Speed
Southwestern United States, MexicoFound In
Documented in 2 U.S. National Parks
The Gila Monster has 2 field records across 2 parks in the National Park Service biodiversity database, listed as native in 2 records.
| Park | Nativeness | Abundance | T&E Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | Native | Rare | Resolved Taxonomy |
| Zion National Park | Native | Unknown | Resolved Taxonomy |
State / Federal Listings
Listed as threatened, endangered, or rare in 2 park records.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Gila Monster | Carnivore Reptiles Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 90 kg | ↓ 97% |
| Height | 60 cm | — | — |
| Avg Speed | 1.5 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 20 yrs | 23.8 yrs | ↓ 16% |
Range Across 2 Regions
Habitat: Deserts, Scrubland
Found In: Southwestern United States, Mexico
Coloration: Black, Orange
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 120–150 days
Lifespan: Up to 20 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #44 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | Secretary Bird | 2.3–4.5 kg | LC |
| 43 | Blue-Footed Booby | 1.5–3 kg | LC |
| 44 | Gila Monster | Up to 2.3 kg | LC |
| 45 | Malayan Krait | Up to 2.2 kg | LC |
| 46 | Snowy Owl | 1.6–3.3 kg | LC |
| 47 | Emperor Tamarin | 300–400 g | LC |