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Aestivation is seen in

A. Amphibians

B. Chimpanzee

C. Salmon

D. Squirrels

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Aestivation occurs in animals living in deserts and tropical regions. This is done to protect themselves from hot and dry climate, and due to the scarcity of food water. This can be seen in earthworms, molluscs, arthropods, reptiles and amphibians. A lungfish can aestivate and survive without water for three years.

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