Specifically, it is found on some of the central Moluccan Islands including: Ambon, Seram, Obi, Buru, and Banda.

On Ambon and probably on New Guinea V. cerambonensis occurs sympatrically with Varanus indicus.

[7] They are very adept at swimming however they are more closer related to tree monitors as they are known to be found within low-lying rainforests, often in close proximity to streams.

The dorsal ground coloration Appears dark Blue to black, with many scattered large and small yellow spots, which are arranged to form cross bands.

Field observations of V. cerambonensis have been scarce, and little has been published on its natural history and occurrence.