Philippine Sailfin Dragon (Hydrosaurus pustulatus)

A much-awaited return from a charismatic semi-aquatic lizard. Some characteristics it possesses, such as extensive hind limbs and the ability to sprint across the surface of water, bears some similarity to the non-related basilisks (Corytophanidae) of the New World.

@Casuarius_casuarius Nice! I heard 3 were acquired recently. Are they on display or is this BOH?

Hey @Zooish, pardon the delay & happy new year!
Yes, these were on exhibit at the pygmy hippo zone, within the same enclosure as the juvenile false gharial & the Vietnamese pond turtles.

@Casuarius_casuarius happy new year to you too! great to see sailfins returning to this enclosure again. i'll look out for them on my next visit.

I tried today, but didn't see it. If it is still in pygmy hippo zone, maybe try the luck next time. BTW, never found juvenile false gharial

@DannySG Yes, the pair are often quite reclusive, especially during days where rain is prominent.

@DannySG From my experience, the sailfins usually hide in the Dracaena plant to the right of the enclosure or along the ledge above the glass windows. The juvenile false gharial usually hides along the bank to the left of the enclosure.