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Jesus Christ Lizard

Basiliscus basiliscus

Photo by CataAna
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Field Notes

Description:

Medium to small size lizard with some sort of crest on its head.

Habitat:

Central and South American rainforests near rivers and streams.

Notes:

Nicknamed the “Jesus Christ Lizard,” this extraordinary reptile may run on water when threatened.

Reference Links:

Common basilisk

Species ID Suggestions

Jesus Christ Lizard

Basiliscus basiliscus
Jonathan Sequeira
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Comments (1)
CataAna
Thank you! I was always fascinated with Jesus Christ Lizard and did not know this was it. Next time I have to see it walking on water...

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PublishedApril 19, 2011

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