Hydrosaurus pustulatus (Philippine sailfin lizard)
Species - Latest posts / Genres - Latest posts / R eptiles - Latest posts / Lizards Philippine sailfin lizard The Philippine sailfin lizard, crested lizard, sail-fin lizard, sailfin water lizard, soa-soa water lizard (Hydrosaurus pustulatus) or its native name ibid is an oviparous lizard living only in the Philippines. Behavior and appearance The Philippine sailfin lizard is an excellent swimmer and has flattened toes that enable it to run across water, similar to the basilisks. It is omnivorous, feeding on fruit, leaves, flowers, insects, and small animals . Males have a larger crest on their back than the females. The males also show a violet color as they grow older. Females are less colorful. The adults may reach up to a metre in length. Habitat and taxonomy Taxidermied Philippine Sailfin Lizard displayed at Philippine National Museum. The Philippine sailfin lizard lives in tropical wooded habitats near water, like r...