Watch: Monitor lizard smashes through restaurant ceiling in Thailand, customers panic

A sizable monitor lizard broke through the ceiling, dislodging a light fixture. Moments later, the reptile’s claw emerged from the hole, peeking into the restaurant before eventually retreating on its own. According to KameraOne, no one was injured, and there was no significant damage caused.

Sharing the video, an Instagram handle @circularxmedia wrote, “Unexpected guest alert! A monitor lizard crashes through the ceiling, giving diners the surprise of a lifetime.”

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The video left several social media users amused, with one commenting, “Just checking, if everyone’s having a good meal.” Another user wrote, “It was actually escaping from being cooked.”

“Its like some Korean zombie series scene,” a third user reacted. “Looks like Godzilla,” a fourth user wrote.

In 2021, a video of a monitor lizard triggering panic in a supermarket in Thailand emerged on social media. The video showed the reptile attempting to climb the shelves as shoppers were heard screaming out of fear.

According to LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium, asian water monitor lizards are commonly found in urban environments across Thailand, including canals, swamps, sewers, and ponds. These reptiles typically feed on fish, snakes, frogs, and discarded human food. While generally shy, they can become aggressive when provoked and possess a mildly venomous bite that may carry harmful bacteria. Despite their intimidating appearance, monitor lizards are a protected species in Thailand.