Been talking with Randman on a different thread about human tails and fetuses and whatnot, and it got me thinking.
Are there any mammals that don't have tail bones? I don't mean they don't have tails, I'm sure there are a few. But, can anyone think of any species that don't have at least a completely internal tailbone like we do?
For that matter, I'm trying to think of reptiles/amphibians that either don't have tails or never had tails during their various stages (ie tadpoles).
How universal are tails? Seems like a whole lot of them out there.
Stands to reason, obviously, since I don't think there are any tailless fish (save the filet o' variety).
But, in the interest of good science - can anyone think of any completely tailless animals?
{Added the "(Tails)" to the topic title. - Adminnemooseus}
This message has been edited by Adminnemooseus, 12-04-2005 03:13 AM
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