Book 32, Question 52
Why can a basilisk lizard run across water?
A basilisk lizard can sprint over the surface of a pond for several steps.
Each foot slaps the water hard and then pushes down to make a small pocket of air around it. Its big feet with fringes and fast steps keep it from sinking right away. It must keep moving fast, and it will swim when it slows down. Young, light basilisks are best at it.