What happens if a crested gecko lose its tail?

Crested gecko tail loss occurs when a gecko is over-stressed or feels threatened. Tail drop, or autotomy, is a defense mechanism to distract predators: as the gecko flees to safety, the tail flops about in front of their attacker. Many crested geckos feel that we humans are predators and may throw their tails to get away from us! read more

Crested gecko tail loss occurs when a gecko is over-stressed or feels threatened. Tail drop, or autotomy, is a defense mechanism to distract predators: as the gecko flees to safety, the tail flops about in front of their attacker. read more

The mechanism of a crested gecko dropping its tail is actually really cool. They drop it as a defense, if the feel threatened enough. Immediately the wound cauterizes itself, and there is little to no bleeding. Seconds after a tail is dropped the gecko appears to be completely healed. read more

The reason a crested gecko loses its tail can be complicated or simple. Sometimes a crested gecko is a bit skittish by nature and can be predisposed to drop its tail due to its high-strung nature. With these types of geckos, a loud noise or sudden movement can be enough of a trigger to cause the gecko to drop its tail. read more