Intellagama lesueurii is the scientific name for the Australian Water Dragon, of which you will find a few in this location. Australian water dragons have long powerful limbs and claws for climbing, a long muscular tail for swimming, and prominent spikes. Australian water dragons are extremely shy in the wild, but readily adapt to continual human presence in suburban parks and gardens. They are fast runners and strong climbers. When faced with a potential predator, they seek cover in thick vegetation, or drop from an overhanging branch into water. They are able to swim totally submerged, and rest on the bottom of shallow creeks or lakes for up to 90 minutes, to avoid detection. The water dragon's diet depends on its size. Juveniles tend to feed on small insects such as ants, spiders, crickets, and caterpillars. When they get bigger, their diet includes small rodents such as baby mice, although insects are still the most commonly consumed. Both males and females display typical behaviour such as basking, arm-waving and head-bobbing. Fast arm-waving signals dominance, while slow arm-waving signals submission. Males are territorial, and in areas of higher population density, males exhibit displays of aggression toward other males including posturing, chasing and fighting.
You'll find yourself in a charming hidden away park in suburban Mapleton with a waterfall and creek running in to the billabong. Picnic table and chairs for a rest while you enjoy the tranquility. You're looking for a micro cache with a rugged guardian at ground level.