Q: Consider the following:
a) Bats
b) Bears
c) Rodents
The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in
which of the above kinds of animals?
The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 3.
Hibernation
- It is a state of inactivity and metabolic depression in endothermic species characterized by low body temperature, slow breathing and heart rate, and low metabolic rate.
- It is a state of inactivity and reduced metabolic activity that occurs during the winter season in some animals. During this period metabolic rate is reduced.
- It is a mechanism of survival.
- It is found in Bat ,bear and rodents etc.
- Hence all the statement is correct.
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