A 99-million-year-old fossil reveals how ancient lizards shed their tails to escape predators

An extraordinary fossil found in Myanmar's amber reveals 99 million-year-old evidence of intentional lizard tail shedding. By employing X-ray micro-computed tomography, scientists were able to analyze this Cretaceous specimen, identifying that the tail was deliberately detached – mirroring current lizard behavior. This discovery bridges the gap in understanding the evolution of tail regeneration, highlighting ancient survival strategies in the animal kingdom.
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- Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 4:00 am IST
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