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Basiliscus vittatus
Taken at night with flash. The Brown Basilisk or Striped Basilisk (Basiliscus vittatus; in some areas referred to as "common basilisk") is one species of basilisk lizard. Along with the Common Basilisk they have the nickname "Jesus Lizard" because when fleeing from a predator, they are very fast and can even run on top of the water. Basilisks actually have large hind feet with flaps of skin between each toe. The fact that they move quickly across the water, aided by their web-like feet, gives them the appearance of "walking on water".
Seen in Mawamba Lodge...
thanks bayucca. Love the markings around the mouth. Looks like it's got teeth drawn on the outside of the mouth!
Spotted on Oct 20, 2013
Submitted on Nov 24, 2013
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