Question

Winter sleep is called as

• A. Aestivation
• B. Hibernation
• C. Migration
• D. Adaptation

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Hibernation

The correct option is B.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Hibernation or “winter sleep” is an inactive state of animals or unconscious sleep of animals during the winter season.
2. For example:- Bears and squirrels inhabiting cold regions show winter sleep.

Explanation of incorrect option:

Option A:

Aestivation or "summer sleep" is the low metabolic process performed by animals during summers.

Option C:

Migration is the movement of animals from one region to another in search of food.

Option D:

Adaptation is the process by which an organism becomes fitted better in its habitat.

Final answer: Winter Sleep is called Hibernation.