The new species varies in color, ranging from green to “orange-yellow” and brown to “purplish gray” but usually has brown blotches and a “black eye patch,” researchers said and photos show. Overall, ...

The green basilisk lizard is also called a plumed or double-crested basilisk; but its amazing ability to run on water gives this species its most recognizable moniker: the Jesus Christ lizard.

The Eastern Collared Lizard is known for the two black bands around its neck, resembling a collar. The rest of its body is covered in vibrant green, blue, and yellow scales, often with additional ...