The Real-Life Dragon You've Never Heard Of
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What if dragons were real... and they could run across water?
In this minisode of Wildly Curious, Katy Reiss and Laura Fawks Lapole explore one of the most incredible reptiles you've probably never heard of: the sailfin dragon, also known as the sailfin lizard (Hydrosaurus). Native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia and New Guinea, this dragon-like reptile combines the best features of an iguana, a basilisk, and a dinosaur.
With giant sail-like fins, vivid colors, powerful swimming abilities, and…
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