Question

How do ectotherms survive in cold temperatures?

• A. By aestivating
• B. By hibernating
• C. By storing fat
• D. both (a) and (b)

Answer 1

The correct option is B By hibernating

The body temperature of ectotherms fluctuates with the environmental temperature.
That is why, they hibernate in winter and aestivate in summer to escape the harsh conditions.
Hibernation is a type of deep sleep done by some animals for conserving energy to survive adverse weather conditions or lack of food.