Enter the Dragon -- The Dragons in Our Midst

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Return of the Dragon, Dragonball, Dragonflies, Dragon behind (just kidding) ... The Dragons on My Mind -- and Hey, it's 2012, the YEAR of the DRAGON!

Dragons have played a large part of my life -- starting from when I was young in Alamogordo, New Mexico where my family would sometimes eat at the Chinese Dragon Restaurant and where I pursued learning martial-arts after being inspired by watching Bruce Lee in the film "Enter the Dragon" to later traveling to the far-reaches of Asia where I became more acquainted with other aspects of dragons -- namely the Komodo Dragons and the Asian dragons in particular.

My view of dragons is more from the Asian side of things rather than the European view.
The Almost Paralyzing Stare of a Komodo Dragon - What is He Contemplating? Dinner, perhaps?

The Almost Paralyzing Stare of a Komodo Dragon - What is He Contemplating? Dinner, perhaps? 

Dragon Decoration - Many Different Scales!

Dragon Crunchies Dark T-Shirt

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Dragonfruit in a bin at Kowloon supermarket, Hong Kong territory, China

Dragonfruit in a bin at Kowloon supermarket, Hong Kong territory, China 

What's This About Dragons?

Gaze of a Dragon - Komodo Dragon Cousin - Micronesian Mangrove Monitor LizardDragons may have many different forms, but most of the ones I've seen depicted in either European or Asian art have the scales of a reptilian -- the skin and scales of a lizard. Some have wings, some don't. If they have wings, sometimes the wings resemble those of a bat. Other times the wings resemble that of a bird. Some have only two legs some have four legs. But if they have legs, they have fearsome-looking claws at the end of their toes. Some dragons have a body similar to that of a bird (especially if they have legs). Some dragons have a body of a lion or some other four-legged predator. And some dragons (in particular, those of the Asian kind) have an elongated body like that of a snake. Some dragons have horns protruding from the back of their heads and perhaps also from their chin or nose.
Komodo Dragon Cousin - A Mangrove Monitor Lizard in a Tree, Guam, U.S.A. -- Check Out Its Claws!

Komodo Dragon Cousin - A Mangrove Monitor Lizard in a Tree, Guam, U.S.A. -- Check Out Its Claws! 

Reading Up on Dragons!

The Book of Dragons by E. Nesbit

The Book of Dragons by E. Nesbit

Discover the classics with Looking Glass Library, a more...0 points

A Practical Guide to Dragons by Lisa Trumbauer

A Practical Guide to Dragons by Lisa Trumbauer

This lavishly illustrated guide showcases the wide more...0 points

Dragons of the Valley: A Novel by Donita K. Paul

Dragons of the Valley: A Novel by Donita K. Paul

War threatens the peaceful land of Chiril%u2026 can more...0 points

The Art of Drawing Dragons, Mythological Beasts, and Fantasy Creatures: Discover Simple Step-by-Step Techniques for Drawing Fantastic Creatures of Folklore and Legend (The Collectors Series) by Michael Dobrzycki

The Art of Drawing Dragons, Mythological Beasts, and Fantasy Creatures: Discover Simple Step-by-Step Techniques for Drawing Fantastic Creatures of Folklore and Legend (The Collectors Series) by Michael Dobrzycki

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Drawing Dragons: Learn How to Create Fantastic Fire-Breathing Dragons by Sandra Staple

Drawing Dragons: Learn How to Create Fantastic Fire-Breathing Dragons by Sandra Staple

LEARN TO DRAW DRAGONSIn easy-to-follow, step-by-step more...0 points

Great Book of Dragon Patterns by Lora S Irish

Great Book of Dragon Patterns by Lora S Irish

This exhaustive reference of dragon designs detail more...0 points

DragonSpell (Dragon Keepers Chronicles, Book 1) by Donita K. Paul

DragonSpell (Dragon Keepers Chronicles, Book 1) by Donita K. Paul

One Dragon Egg Holds the Key to the Future.Once a slave, more...0 points

John Howe Forging Dragons by John Howe

John Howe Forging Dragons by John Howe

In this amazing collection of dragon art, created more...0 points

DragonArt by Jessica

DragonArt by Jessica

Nothing makes a fantasy fan's imagination catch fi more...0 points

Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons (Ologies) by Ernest Drake, Dugald Steer

Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons (Ologies) by Ernest Drake, Dugald Steer

For true believers only, a lavishly illustrated reproduction more...0 points

Saint George and the Dragon by Margaret Hodges

Saint George and the Dragon by Margaret Hodges

This special new paperback edition of St. more...0 points

The Knight and the Dragon (Paperstar Book) by Tomie dePaola

The Knight and the Dragon (Paperstar Book) by Tomie dePaola

What happens when a sheepish knight and a not-so-fierce more...0 points

The Enchanted Forest Chronicles: Dealing with Dragons / Searching for Dragons / Calling on Dragons / Talking to Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede

The Enchanted Forest Chronicles: Dealing with Dragons / Searching for Dragons / Calling on Dragons / Talking to Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede

Collected together for the first time are Patricia more...0 points

Stone Dragon Carving on Pillars at the Ning Po Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong , China

Stone carving of a Dragon on the pillars of the Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China 

Dragons by the Bay ... eBay, that Is!

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Stone carving of a Dragon on the pillars of the Ning Po Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Stone carving of a Dragon on the pillars of the Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China 

Red dragonfly in swamp-land bog, Koror, Republic of Palau, Micronesia, Western Pacific Ocean

Red dragonfly in swamp-land bog, Koror, Republic of Palau, Micronesia, Western Pacific Ocean 

The Dragons in Our Midst!

Dragons -- they seem to be in every aspect of our lives -- from their fruit (you know, dragonfruit), to dragonflies, to the land called "Nine Dragons" in Chinese (Kowloon), to even Komodo Dragons.... they're out there. Here are links to these other references to the dragonly things that are out there.
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Someone Joining Bruce Lee on Enter the Dragon - Madame Tousaud's Wax Museum - Hong Kong, China

Someone Joining Bruce Lee on Enter the Dragon - Madame Tousaud's Wax Museum - Hong Kong, China 

Get Your Own Dragons for Your Home or Office!

Ice Dragon

Ice Dragon

Ice DragonThe piercing howl of this dragon is said more...0 points

Shoulder Baby Dragon

Shoulder Baby Dragon

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No Evil Dragons

No Evil Dragons

Three cute colorful dragons see, hear and speak no more...0 points

Safari LTD Horned Chinese Dragon

Safari LTD Horned Chinese Dragon

Even though we now know that what were once though more...0 points

Safari Sea Dragon

Safari Sea Dragon

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Safari Ltd Blue Chinese Dragon

Safari Ltd Blue Chinese Dragon

In ancient times dinosaur fossils were thought to more...0 points

Sword and Dragon Stone Display

Sword and Dragon Stone Display

In this enchanting display, a magnificent dragon s more...0 points

Safari LTD Forest Dragon

Safari LTD Forest Dragon

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View from Victoria Peak in Hong Kong - Victoria Harbour and the 'Dragon Hills' of Kowloon in Distance

View from Victoria Peak in Hong Kong - Victoria Harbour and the 'Dragon Hills' of Kowloon in Distance 

Perfect goodies for the Year of the Dragon! 2012!

Yup.... 2012 is the Year of the Dragon! So you should stock up on all sorts of Dragon things! And here, you can find a bunch of dragon things (well, Komodo dragons, but still... they dragons of a sort, right?).

Komodo Dragon Mousepad

Komodo Dragon

Mousepad

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Komodo Dragon Large Framed Print

Komodo Dragon

Large Framed Print

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Komodo Dragon Small Poster

Komodo Dragon

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Komodo Dragon Rectangle Magnet

Komodo Dragon

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Dragon Flicks -- of All Sorts!

Dragonheart - A New Beginning

Dragonheart - A New Beginning

Spectacular special effects highlight this sequel more...0 points

Mulan (Two-Disc Special Edition)

Mulan (Two-Disc Special Edition)

1. "An impressive achievement ranking with BE more...0 points

Dragonheart - 2 Legendary Tales Double Bill

Dragonheart - 2 Legendary Tales Double Bill

First, in the spectacular fantasy "Dragonhear more...0 points

Way Of The Dragon

Way Of The Dragon

The last film of Bruce Lee career, released after more...0 points

Enter the Dragon

Enter the Dragon

One of the biggest martial arts epics ever filmed. more...0 points

Heart of Dragon

Heart of Dragon

Something a bit different from the team of Jackie Chan more...0 points

Dragon Ball: Season One

Dragon Ball: Season One

NTSC/Region1. In 1986, the animated adaptation of more...0 points

Dragon Tales - Believe in Yourself

Dragon Tales - Believe in Yourself

Five episodes include "Head Over Heels," more...0 points

Return of the Dragon

Return of the Dragon

Bruce Lee wrote and directed Return of the Dragon, more...0 points

Black Dragon

Black Dragon

Jackie Chan in a martial arts remake of Frank Capr more...0 points

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (Three-Disc Combo Blu-ray / DVD + UltraViolet Digital Copy)

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (Three-Disc Combo Blu-ray / DVD + UltraViolet Digital Copy)

Harriet Vanger, disappeared over forty years ago. more...0 points

Dragonheart - Collector's Edition

Dragonheart - Collector's Edition

In this spectacular fantasy, Dennis Quaid is a swo more...0 points

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It might seem unnatural, but this book presents a natural history! 

Dragons: A Natural History

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If you want a "biologist's" perspective on these amazing critters, you can't go wrong with this great book. After reading this book, you'll be able to identify dragon lairs, and maybe even their nests (well, after reading this lens, you'll at least be able to identify "dragon fruit"!).

The study of dragons -- Dragonology! 

Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons (Ologies)

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This book gives you all the information you might want on dragons -- the amazing cryptozoology critters that resemble fire-breathing, winged lizards.

Everything you'll ever need on dragons ... get this book, too! 

The Dragon Keeper's Handbook: Including the Myth & Mystery, Care & Feeding, Life & Lore of these Fiercely Splendid Creatures

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If you really want to pursue dragonology, you really have to read up on these creatures. That way you'll be prepared when you encounter one in the wild.