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Jesus Christ Lizard Seen in the top of a pole next to a small road in a rural area behind Arenal Volcan. April, 2014.      Basiliscus basiliscus,Common Basilisk,Costa Rica,Geotagged,Spring Click/tap to enlarge

Jesus Christ Lizard

Seen in the top of a pole next to a small road in a rural area behind Arenal Volcan. April, 2014.

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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
Species identified by Patomarazul
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By Patomarazul

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Uploaded Nov 29, 2015. Captured Apr 14, 2014 17:12 in Sendero Cerro Chato, Costa Rica.
  • SP-820UZ
  • f/5.7
  • 10/1600s
  • ISO80
  • 81.8mm