Care guide
African Fat-Tailed Gecko Tail Loss and Regrowth
Quick answer
A fat-tail can drop its tail as a defence. It seals naturally. The regrown tail is usually smoother, shorter, and more bulbous, and it may lack the original banding.
- Regrown tail
- Smoother, shorter, bulbous
Care after a drop
Keep the enclosure clean and dry, use paper towel while it heals, and watch for infection.
Prevention
Never grab the tail and reduce stress.