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Basilisk Lizard: The
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
The Basilisk Lizard (Basiliscus basiliscus), a fascinating reptile from the Corytophanidae family, is a captivating resident of Central and South American tropical rainforests. These unique lizards are most frequently found near rivers and streams, where the lush, dense vegetation offers both excellent cover and prime hunting grounds. Famously known as the "Jesus Christ lizard," they possess an extraordinary ability: they can run on water for short distances to escape predators, utilizing their specially fringed feet and remarkable speed to skim across the surface.

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