Common Basilisk
Common Basilisk

The Common basilisk is a type of lizard that lives in Central America and South America. It is also known as the Jesus Christ lizard for its ability to run on the surface of the water. Common basilisks can be distinguished from similar species within their range by their large size and the high fin-like crest along their back. Most Common basilisks are brown and cream in color.

Location: Villa Lapas, Puntarenas Province, Tarcoles, Costa Rica

Photographer: Dave Saunders

Common Basilisk

The Common basilisk is a type of lizard that lives in Central America and South America. It is also known as the Jesus Christ lizard for its ability to run on the surface of the water. Common basilisks can be distinguished from similar species within their range by their large size and the high fin-like crest along their back. Most Common basilisks are brown and cream in color.

Location: Villa Lapas, Puntarenas Province, Tarcoles, Costa Rica

Photographer: Dave Saunders