Jesus Christ Lizard
This little fellow can do something tricky
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2. banzemanga commented 15 years ago
I can walk also on the water too! My record is one step. :p
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3. Chris007 commented 15 years ago
iwe alredy seen this ... if im not wrong they "emit" little air bubbles from under their feet?
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4. Bender_Rodriguez commented 15 years ago
Not the air bubbles, as You can see their feet are quite big so the use it like a paddle.
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5. Bender_Rodriguez commented 15 years ago
I wonder what if he had to stop on water Then we could say if he is the Jesus Christ of lizards
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6. Cavabardus commented 15 years ago
#2 : Can I please use your comment as quote ?
I like it soooooooooo much
I like it soooooooooo much
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12. skudtz commented 15 years ago
The basilisk sometimes runs as a biped. Basilisks have the unique ability to "walk" on water and, because of this, they have been dubbed as "The Jesus Lizard" or "The Jesus Christ Lizard" in reference to the biblical passage of Matthew 14:22-34. On water, the basilisk can run at a velocity of 1.5 meters (4.8 feet) per second for approximately 4.5 meters (14.75 feet) before sinking on all fours and swimming. Flaps between their toes help support the basilisk, creating a larger surface and a pocket of air.
+3 1. patriotaus commented 15 years ago