What are hibernation and aestivation?

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The period during which some organisms bury themselves for weeks in damp places

during winder to avoid extreme temperature is called hibernation. Ex: Frog, bear etc.

The period during which some organisms bury themselves for weeks during summer is

called aestivation (Sumer sleep).

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