Can tuataras tails come off

Tuataras, which are unique reptiles native to New Zealand, do not have the same ability as some lizards to shed their tails as a defense mechanism. While their tails can be injured or damaged, they do not typically detach and regrow like those of certain lizard species. Instead, if a tuatara loses part of its tail due to injury, it may not regenerate fully, and the loss can impact its overall health and survival.