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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.

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

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