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Lizard lost its tail: How long to regrow, and is it painful?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

How long does it take for a lizard to regrow its tail? I am going to make necklaces out of the dried tails for my friends at school. How many lizards will I need, there are 23 kids in my class and I have 4 weeks.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on October 26th, 2018

It can take 60 days or longer for a lizard to regrow a tail. Some species do not regrow tails. Your project would not be recommended since it is extremely stressful and painful for a lizard to lose and regrow a tail. This is in addition to sanitary and health issues related to the piece of tail.

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