Common basilisk

The common basilisk (Basiliscus basiliscus) is a type of lizard. It can be 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 Christ lizard because of its ability to run on the surface of water.

 Walking on water 
This lizard can walk on water. When a land predator attacks, they gather sufficient momentum and start running on water to escape. This is a reference to the story in which Jesus walks on water.

 Related pages 

 Orthocormus
 Euthynotus
 Basiliscus

Category:Iguania
Category:Reptiles of South America
Category:Reptiles of North America