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The common basilisk (Basiliscus basiliscus) is a lizard 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 South American Jesus lizard, Jesus lizard, Jesus Christ lizard, or lagarto de Jesus Cristo for its ability to run on the surface of water.

Fontes e Créditos

1. (c) Brian Gratwicke, alguns direitos reservados (CC BY-NC), http://www.flickr.com/photos/19731486@N07/2640447122
2. (c) Wikipedia, alguns direitos reservados (CC BY-SA), https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basiliscus_basiliscus

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