Although the name gila monster might sound frightening, these lizards aren't monsters at all! The are, however, one of the few venomous lizards in the world, so steer clear of these bad boys. One chomp and you're in for loads of pain. . . . . . #animalplanetupclose #animalsofinstagram #animalplanet #animaloftheday #wild #wildlife #outdoors #animals #wildanimals #conservation #nature #animallovers #instanature #wildgeography #reptile #gilamonster