Multiple choice

Which of the following animals remains dormant during summer season?

  1. Camel

  2. Desert snake

  3. Ground squirrel

  4. Kangaroo rat

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ground squirrels practice estivation - a state of dormancy during hot, dry summer months to conserve water and energy. Camels remain active year-round, desert snakes may brumate (not specifically summer dormant), and kangaroo rats are nocturnal but not dormant in summer.