This process clearly does not result in new organisms and hence not reproduction. Which clearly says that autotomy is not considered reproduction. In some cases, autotomy is not considered as a type of reproduction. It is also not classified as reproduction because this process does not result in new organisms such as new lizards and stuff. Like regeneration. Regeneration is considered as reproduction because reproduction result in formation of new species.
Regeneration? i think
One example of regeneration in nature is the ability of starfish to regrow their arms if they are damaged or lost. This process, known as autotomy, allows the starfish to regenerate the lost body part by triggering cell division and tissue repair.
The phylum that is known for its remarkable ability of regeneration is the Phylum Echinodermata. This group includes organisms like starfish and sea cucumbers that have the ability to regrow lost body parts, such as arms, through a process called autotomy.
Echinoderms reproduce sexually, with separate male and female individuals releasing eggs and sperm into the water where fertilization takes place. Some echinoderms can also reproduce asexually through regeneration, where a new individual grows from a detached body part.
Autotomy is the ability of an animal to sever an appendage. Autotomy occurs as a means of self-defense. Geckos and lizards, some molluscs and spiders exhibit autotomy.
Echinoderms are in the Animalia kingdom.
The scientific name for Echinoderms is Echinodermata.
Echinoderms belong to the phylum Echinodermata.
As of yet, there is no known species of parasitic echinoderms.
Yes Eventually echinoderms do live in water.
Echinodermates possess a water vascular system.