Wildlife Around You
At Sabalo Lodge, wildlife is not something you search for — it finds you. Day and night, animals move freely between the jungle and the lodge. Some stay hidden, others appear just a few steps from your cabin or tent. These videos are real moments captured by our cameras and guests. No staging, no guarantees — just the jungle as it truly is.
Brown basilisk - Brown basilisk
A brown basilisk is seen moving calmly through the tropical forest at Sabalo Lodge, showcasing its natural colors and fluid motions.
The brown basilisk (Basiliscus vittatus) is a lizard known for its ability to run across water surfaces. It inhabits Central American tropical forests and is recognizable by its brown coloration and crest on the head and back.
Where: Sabalo Lodge, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
Tip: The Brown Basilisk is one of the most common animals you can spot around our lodge. It lives along the banks of flowing streams and is an expert at camouflage. In fact, you are more likely to hear one than actually see it! Approaching the bridge and hearing lots of splashing? Those are probably basilisk lizards diving into the water to escape. And they can be surprisingly noisy! If you want to see one, try walking quietly and keeping your eyes on the muddy riverbanks, roots and branches. Look carefully – there is almost always one sitting somewhere. You just have to find it! :-)
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