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28) What is aestivation ? Explain types of aestivations with an example |
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Answer» Aestivation is a state of animal dormancy, similar to hibernation, characterized by inactivity and a lowered metabolic rate, that is entered in response to high temperatures and arid conditions. It takes place during times of heat and dryness, the hot dry season, which are often the summer months There are four main types of aestivation. They are as follows: 1. Valvate aestivation 2. Twisted aestivation 3. Imbricate aestivation 4. Vexillary aestivation |
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