Edited By: Pragati Bhandari

Scorpion Scorpions have a tail equipped with a venomous stinger, which they use to inject venom into their prey or defend against predators. The stinger can cause painful stings and, in some cases, be lethal to smaller animals or humans.

Porcupine Porcupines have quills on their tails (and bodies) that are covered in barbs, making it difficult for predators to attack them. When threatened, porcupines can swing their tail to strike predators, embedding the quills into the attacker.

Ankylosaurus An extinct dinosaur known for its heavily armored body and a club-like tail with bony protrusions. The tail was used as a defensive weapon against predators, enabling the Ankylosaurus to strike with significant force.

Thorny Devil The thorny devil, a spiky lizard native to Australia, has a tail covered in sharp, thorn-like spines. When threatened, it can puff up its body and display its spiky tail to deter predators.

Ring tailed Lemur Ring-tailed lemurs have a long, bushy tail with distinctive black and white rings. They use their tail for balance, communication, and display during social interactions. They may flick their tail to assert dominance or signal aggression.

Alligator Snapping Turtle  The alligator snapping turtle has a worm-like appendage on its tongue that it uses to lure prey. When a fish approaches, the turtle rapidly extends its tail to snap and capture the prey.

Kangaroo Rat The kangaroo rat has a long, muscular tail that it uses for various purposes, including balancing while hopping and propelling itself forward. The tail can also be used for defense by hitting or kicking at predators.

Rattlesnake Rattlesnakes possess a rattle at the end of their tail, composed of interlocking segments. When threatened, they shake their tail, creating a distinctive rattling sound as a warning to potential predators. If the threat persists, the rattlesnake may use its venomous bite as a defense mechanism.

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