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Definition of common basilisk

common basilisk

Plural:common basilisks
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A large species of lizard (Basiliscus basiliscus) native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, distinguished by its tall dorsal crests and its unique ability to sprint upright across the surface of water to escape predators.

Example

"During our boat tour in Costa Rica, we watched a common basilisk dash rapidly across the surface of the river before disappearing into the dense underbrush."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Common basilisk. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/common-basilisk
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