Comparing Humans And Nature: Geckos Vs. Humans

When thinking about humans and nature, no one realizes how similar both actually are. In particular, geckos and humans share a similar trait though being very different. Geckos' regeneration of their tails relates to humans more than most might think. They detach their tails when the tail becomes a threat to them and their safety (Physiological and Biochemical Zoology). Humans detach situations or feelings that become harmful to them. Humans and geckos both let go of things they were once attached to.

Gecko tail regeneration is used as a defense mechanism when a gecko is threatened by a predator (Tail Breaks and Drops). Humans also use a form of detachment as some sort of defense mechanism. When something becomes a burden to humans and seems