Basiliscus (lizard) - Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org)

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Basiliscus is a genus of large corytophanid lizards, commonly known as basilisks, which are endemic to southern Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. The genus contains four species, which are commonly known as the Jesus Christ lizard, or simply the Jesus lizard, due to their ability to run across water for significant distances, due to the large surface area of their feet, before sinking.

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