The Jesus Christ Lizards of Arenal: Meet the Basilisk!

Costa Rica’s rainforests are home to incredible creatures, but few are as mesmerizing as the basilisk lizards, famous for their ability to run on water. At Arenal Enjoy, you might spot two spectacular species: the Green Basilisk (Basiliscus plumifrons) and the Brown Basilisk (Basiliscus vittatus). These “Jesus Christ lizards” don’t just walk on water – they can sprint across it […]