Although averaging 1.5 metres in length, the lace monitor has been known to grow to 2 metres. Its colouring is typically dark blue with many scattered cream, yellow or white scales. Larger spots or blotches may also be formed by groups of scales. There is also the “Bell's” form which is found along the Australia’s east coast and central regions, and its colour difference is marked with broad yellow and black cross-bands. All lace monitors have toes equipped with long, strong claws, which are used for climbing and digging. Their tails are extremely long and are usually almost twice the length of the monitor’s head and body