Lesser Basilisk

A Lesser Basilisk is a creature which is capable of turning party members to stone. Defeating one is worth 1400 XP. In the original Baldur's Gate, they can be found in Mutamin's Garden, also known as the Area East of Temple.

It is recommended to keep Gorion's Ward out of their reach, as the game will end if the party's leader is petrified. It is also highly advisable to purchase a number of Stone to Flesh scrolls, available from the Temple near Beregost prior to encountering any basilisks.