Origin: Central America Full length: 75 to 85 cm Diet: Insects, worms, etc. Average starting cost of keeping, including equipment: ~¥32,000

It is sometimes featured in the media as a lizard that runs on water. It is rare to see it in captivity, but it is true.

It has a developed crest that runs from its head and back to its tail, making it worthy of the name "King of Lizards."

As they can run on water, they prefer waterside areas and require large water areas even in captivity.

If there is insufficient temperature and ultraviolet light, the crest will not fully develop, and if kept in a small cage, it will crush its snout against a wall. So unless the environment is properly prepared, the charm of this species cannot be fully appreciated.