Question

Summer sleep is called aestivation.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Aestivation:

Aestivation, also known as summer sleep, occurs in animals living in the desert and tropical regions.

Aestivation advantages:

1. This is done to keep themselves protected from hot and dry climates.
2. Animals generally look for cool, Shady, and moist environments to sleep in.
3. It prevents excessive water loss due to high temperature from the body.
4. Examples: Snails, earthworms.

Final answer: The given statement is true.