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A geckos tail will continue to move after being detached from the body in the same sense that if a humans arm was completely torn from the body, it would continue to twitch and move. These are the nerves within the limb. At the base of the animals tail, is cartilage, which has to ability to retract from the body when in danger. Within the tail are fat reserves, calcium, nerves etc.. The tail is still a living part of the animals body.
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Why does a lizard lose its tail?
All lizards can lose their tails by getting it eaten off or something, but some lizards can 'lose' their tails. As in, if you frighten it or catch it by the tail, the lizard could detatch the tail from their body (and it would still move to confuse the attacker), and they could run away and regenerate the tail. =) -kelsey.
To swim whales move their tails from side to side?
Whales' tails move up and down when they swim, just like peoples' legs.
Do whales move there tails when they swim?
yes they do
How can the lizards move on the walls?
well lizards have suction cup like hands and it can only hold onto somethings
How do alligators move besides their feet?
They also move by their tails when it's in the water.
Do tunas move their tails side to side when they swim?
Yes, Tuna - as all fish and sharks do - move their tails side to side when swimming. Whales and dolphins however, move their flukes up and down.
How does a chameleon move?
Chameleons move using their arms and legs as well as their prehensile tails.
Does mitochondria have a tails?
No, mitochondria are organelles in a cell. Tails, or specifically flagella, are used for movement, and since mitochondria do not need to move from one place to another, they do not have tails.
How do lizard move?
The same way you (or your dog) moves.
Why do lizards lose their tails?
As a means of self-preservation. A predator can attack it, it can lose its tail and then regrow it. The predator will usually not attack the rest of the body once it has the tail, which continues to move for quite some time after being detached, allowing the lizard to get away.
What are the common characteristics and functions of a dropped tail in various animal species?
A dropped tail is a common defense mechanism in many animal species. When threatened, some animals can detach their tails to distract predators and escape. The detached tail may continue to move, drawing the predator's attention away from the animal itself. This behavior is known as autotomy. The tail typically contains muscles that allow it to twitch and move even after being detached. Some animals, such as lizards and certain insects, can regenerate their tails after they have been dropped. Overall, a dropped tail serves as a survival strategy for many animals in the wild.
Do whales tail move left right?
All whales move their tails up and down.
