poikilotherm

[US]/ˈpɔɪkɪlθɜːm/
[UK]/ˈpɔɪkɪlˌθɜrm/

Translation

n.a cold-blooded animal that cannot regulate its body temperature

Phrases & Collocations

cold blooded poikilotherm

poikilotherm species

poikilotherm behavior

poikilotherm adaptation

poikilotherm physiology

poikilotherm habitat

poikilotherm examples

poikilotherm classification

poikilotherm thermoregulation

poikilotherm ecology

Example Sentences

poikilotherms rely on environmental temperatures to regulate their body heat.

many reptiles are classified as poikilotherms.

understanding poikilotherm behavior is crucial for ecologists.

poikilotherms often exhibit slower metabolic rates in cooler temperatures.

fish are a common example of poikilotherms.

studying poikilotherm adaptations can reveal insights into climate change.

some poikilotherms can survive extreme temperature fluctuations.

poikilothermic animals are often found in tropical environments.

in winter, poikilotherms may enter a state of dormancy.

research on poikilotherms helps us understand biodiversity.

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