How do lizards grow their tails back?

But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids by Vermont Public

Apr 17, 202635:23Health

Deep in the basement of the San Diego Natural History Museum, there are thousands of jars filled with preserved reptiles and amphibians. In this episode, But Why takes a tour with collections manager Adam Clause to answe...

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