Basiliscus plumifrons

(Cope, 1875)

Vernacular names
English : Green basilisk
French : Basilic vert

Classification
Class : Reptilia
Order : Squamata
Family : Corytophanidae
Notes : No subspecies known.

Identification
The species is one of the largest basilisk species, reaching up to 90 cm in total length, including a very long tail. Coloration is mostly emerald green with dark rings on tail and blue spots on flanks. Males have head, dorsal and tail crests.

Range and habitat
The species occurs in Central America, in both Atlantic and Pacific versants from Honduras to central Panama. Lives in wet forests in lowlands and submontane areas, close to streams, to 775 m.

Conservation
IUCN RED LIST : LEAST CONCERN
CITES : Not listed
Status : The species is still widespread and has a large range. The most important threat to its survival is deforestation. Collecting for trade has a minor impact.
Ex-Situ Programs : None known

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