Question : The dormancy period of animals during the winter season is called:
Option 1: Aestivation
Option 2: Hibernation
Option 3: Regeneration
Option 4: Mutation
Correct Answer: Hibernation
Solution : The correct option is Hibernation.
A season of heterothermy known as 'Hibernation' is characterized by low body temperature, slow breathing, heartbeat, and metabolism. Some animals hibernate throughout the winter to save energy when there is a lack of food, and it is cold outside.