Sep 11, 2024, 02:05 PM IST

7 animals that can regrow their body parts

Apurwa Amit

Some animals have fascinating regenerative abilities that allow them to regrow body parts such as limbs, tails, or even entire organs. Here are some of them:

Lizards: Some lizard species, like the green anole, can regrow their tails. This process is known as autotomy.

Crabs: Certain species of crabs can regrow their claws if they lose them in battles or accidents.

Frogs: They have the ability to regenerate limbs. They can regrow toes, feet, and even entire legs if they are lost due to injury or predation.

Zebrafish: They are known for their regenerative abilities, especially in regrowing fins and even parts of their hearts.

Wandering albatross: This bird is known for its extensive flights over the open ocean.

Earthworms: Earthworms have the ability to regenerate segments of their body if they are damaged or lost. 

Deer: They can regrow antlers, shedding them annually and regenerating larger ones in preparation for the mating season.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports