The Jesus Christ Lizard with the common name Chrisbala Cherepo Basilisk is a part of the Basilisk family.  Basilisks are lively animals and can move rapidly on their hind legs. In fact, they are known for crossing still waters in a nearly upright position. This surprising ability has led to the widespread belief that basilisks are able to walk on water, becoming known as the Jesus Christ Lizard. In fact, the hind foot providing the forward and upward thrust at any given moment is an inch or more underwater, but it is buoyed up by the air bubble that is momentarily trapped beneath the basilisk’s webbed foot.