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Definition of sailfin lizard

sailfin lizard

Plural:sailfin lizards
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Any of several species of large, semi-aquatic agamid lizards belonging to the genus Hydrosaurus, native to the tropical forests and waterways of the Philippines, Indonesia, and New Guinea, recognized by the prominent sail-like crest on their lower back and tail.

Example

"The Philippine sailfin lizard is an excellent swimmer, often diving from overhanging branches into streams to escape predators."

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• Nearby Words

sail
sailboat
sailfin dragon
sailfin lizard
sailfin molly
sailfin pleco
sailfin tang

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sailfin lizard. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sailfin%20lizard
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