Western Basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus)

Ah the basilisks, while certainly on the must-see list for any self respecting herpetologist, this is not some giant, fictional snake from Harry Potter. Perhaps more commonly known as the Jesus Christ lizards, basilisks are best known for their holy abilities. Abilities that most can only wish they were able to do. No! not turning … Continue reading Western Basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus) →

Persian horned viper (Pseudocerastes persicus)

The day I came across my first and only Persian horned viper was quite special, mainly since it nestled comfortably in the intersection of my Venn diagram of happiness; climbing, reptiles and science. I’d set out for the day to climb a crumbly multi-pitch VS, inappropriately named Fossil Face (I didn’t see a single fossil), … Continue reading Persian horned viper (Pseudocerastes persicus) →