The Common Basilisk is a lizard found in Central and South American rainforests near rivers and streams.The basilisk is part of the corytophanid family. It is also known as the Jesus Lizard, Jesus Christ Lizard, or ''Lagarto de Jesus Cristo'' for its ability to run on the surface of water.
Similar species: Snakes And Lizards
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Uploaded Jul 14, 2014. Captured Aug 17, 2012 20:11 in 225, Costa Rica.
