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____________ are poikilotherms.

A
Aves and reptiles
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Aves and amphibians
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Fishes and mammals
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Amphibians and reptiles
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Solution

The correct option is D Amphibians and reptiles
Homeotherms are warm-blooded animals. They are able to maintain constant body temperature irrespective of the external temperature.
Aves and mammals are homeotherms.

Fishes, amphibians and reptiles are poikilotherms or cold-blooded animals. They cannot maintain constant body temperature. Their internal temperature varies with the external surroundings.

So, the correct answer is- Amphibians and reptiles.

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