Autotomy

Autotomy is a highly controlled process that typically occurs at specialized weak points called or breakage planes .

Autotomy is a biological defense mechanism where an animal voluntarily sheds or discards a body part to escape a predator or avoid further injury. 🦎 Biological Mechanism autotomy

The break occurs between two vertebrae (found in a minority of reptiles). Autotomy is a highly controlled process that typically