The basilisk (Basiliscus basiliscus), also known as the “Jesus Christ lizard,” is a reptile capable of running on water thanks to its specialized hind legs. Its body is covered in green or brown scales, with a distinctive dorsal crest.
The basilisk (Basiliscus basiliscus), also known as the “Jesus Christ lizard,” is a reptile capable of running on water thanks to its specialized hind legs. Its body is covered in green or brown scales, with a distinctive dorsal crest.