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  2. The western basilisk, or red-headed basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus), is a large species of lizard in the family Corytophanidae. The species is endemic to northwestern South America.

  3. The western basilisk, or red-headed basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus ), is a large species of lizard in the family Corytophanidae. The species is endemic to northwestern South America. Animal name origin. The specific name, galeritus, which is Latin, means "wearing a hood", referring to the head crest. Terrestrial. Not a migrant. W. starts with.

  4. Jun 1, 2022 · The Western Basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus) is a large, diurnal lizard specially adapted to life along forested river margins. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Panamá, where it is known locally as the Jesus Christ lizard for its ability to run across the water surface.

  5. Common basilisks are abundant in Pacific lowland forests of Central America and are the most commonly seen large lizards in western Costa Rica. They inhabit lowland dry, and moist forests, often adjacent to rivers and other waterways.

  6. Dec 1, 2022 · The Common basilisk is a small, dark green lizard with yellow stripes and a narrow body. The Western basilisk is also green in color. However, the sail-like skin on the head of this lizard can sometimes be red in color. This has led to its other nickname, the “Red-headed” basilisk.

  7. The western basilisk, or red-headed basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus), is a large species of lizard in the family Corytophanidae. The species is endemic to northwestern South America.

  8. The western basilisk, or red-headed basilisk ( Basiliscus galeritus ), is a large species of corytophanid lizard from northwestern South America.

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