ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
INTRODUCTION
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Question
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Animals that are active during the day are called ____
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diurnal.
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estimators.
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migrators.
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nocturnal.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -These are called diurnal . E.g., butterflies, sparrow, cow, pigeon, etc. Some animals which are active at night are called nocturnal e.g., owl, bat, cockroach, etc.
Detailed explanation-2: -Animals that are diurnal are usually awake and active during the day. Nocturnal animals are usually awake and active during the night. Some animals can be both! In the Sonoran Desert, many animals are active at night because it is a good way to avoid the extreme daytime temperatures.
Detailed explanation-3: -Definitions: Nocturnal – Active at night. Diurnal – Active during the day. Crepuscular – Active at dawn and dusk.
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