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estivation [es″tĭ-va´shun]
a dormant state in which certain animals pass the summer; see also hibernation.
estivation the dormant state in which certain animals pass the summer. The opposite of hibernation. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It breeds in rain pools, flooded fields and permanent ponds from February to June then aestivates (hibernates) in deep, loamy sand until the next spring rains. |
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