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Philippine Sailfin Lizard
Phoenix, AZ - Wildlife World Zoo - 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. The Philippine sailfin lizard is an excellent swimmer and has flattened toes that enable it to run across water. It is omnivorous, feeding on fruit, leaves, flowers, insects, and small animals. It lives near rivers in the tropical forests of the Philippines. 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.
Thank You for Making this Daily Photo the #2 Pick on 09-19-2020
Tony Britton
on February 12, 2021Superb lighting in this excellent photo. Well done!
Bruno Suignard
on October 17, 2020Superb capture!!
jeanS Photo
on October 12, 2020A wonderful guy and an amazing shot
BIRDS-WILDLIFE-AUSTRALIA
on September 23, 2020Superb portrait !! What a fascinating creature !!
nelli
on September 21, 2020AMAZING SHOT OF AN AMAZING CRITTER !! I'M A LITTLE LEARY OF SNAKES AND LIZARDS!
Pascale GUY
on September 21, 2020Excellent portrait ! Awesome details of skin !
Gilles Archambault
on September 21, 2020WOW, gorgeous light , pose and details !!!
Love it so much...
Arnold Dubin
on September 20, 2020Great lighting and details you captured of this Philippine Sailfin lizard. Interesting looking violet colors that are its body too.
Howard's Photography
on September 19, 2020Outstanding capture! Superb light, detail and comp!
Greg&Rose Photography
on September 19, 2020Superb shot often detail of this reptile rick