Lizards, particularly species like the green anole and the northern house gecko, possess the remarkable ability to regrow their tails after losing them, a phenomenon known as epimorphic regeneration.

There’s a lot to be jealous about when it comes to lizards. Some can climb walls, some are ridiculously good at hide and seek, they’ve got tails, and – perhaps coolest of all – many can ...

Lizards are among nature's most fascinating creatures, boasting remarkable abilities that aid their survival. One of their most intriguing skills is tail regeneration, a process that allows them ...

But like many other lizards, grass lizards can detach their tails if a predator grabs hold. Losing their tails leaves them somewhat less agile, so the lizards spend the next few months laying low ...

Some studies have found that 50-70% of wild slow worms have lost their tails. Mark says, 'The ability to lose a tail has undoubtedly saved lives countless times. All our lizard species have this ...