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One of the main reasons gerbils have long tails is to give predators something to grab on to. If a hawk or fox caught a gerbil by the tail, the tail could break off and the gerbil could escape.
Tail breakage is the number one medical concern for gerbils. It happens all the time because their bodies are MADE that way.
If the tail starts to die even more, or it smells bad and has green pus, or the gerbil acts weird, you need to take him to the vet.
Most gerbils recover from this with no problems. Your biggest worry would be infections. I saw this on Yahoo answers.
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Is Gila monster capitalized?
Yes. The "Gila" in "Gila monster" is capitalized, but not the "monster" part. The Gila monster takes its name from the Gila River Basin in the southwestern US where the Gila monster was once found.
What colour does the Gila monster have?
the gila monster is black and orange ?
When was Gila monster created?
Gila monster was created in 1869.
Where is the Gila monster located at?
The Gila Monster is located in the United States.
Is Gila monster a plant?
The Gila Monster is a reptile in the Southwestern USA.
What order is the Gila monster in in taxonomy?
The Gila Monster is of the order Squamata.
Is a Gila monster an arthropod?
No. A Gila monster is a vertebrate, specifically a reptile.
Is there a cure for Gila monster poison?
No, there is no antivenom for Gila Monster venom.
Scientific name of gila monster?
The Scientific name for Gila Monster is Heloderma Suspectum.
What happens to you if a Gila monster bites down?
A Gila monster bite can be very painful due to their strong jaws and sharp teeth. The bite may result in swelling, redness, and possible infection. Seek medical attention immediately if bitten by a Gila monster.
How did the Gila monster get its name?
The Gila Monster gets its name from two things. Gila comes from the Gila River, which runs through the range of the Gila monster. They are called "monster" because they are very large, somewhat strange looking lizards.
What length is a Gila monster?
A Gila monster can be up to 3 feet long!
