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What do we mean by poikilothermic?
: an organism (such as a frog) with a variable body temperature that tends to fluctuate with and is similar to or slightly higher than the temperature of its environment : a cold-blooded organism.
Are humans poikilothermic?
The body core temperature of carnivores, horses and humans fluctuates by one to two degrees Celsius throughout the day dependent on activity. Fish, amphibians or reptiles are not greatly impacted by a slight drop in body temperature. They are among the poikilothermic organisms or ectotherms.
Which animal is poikilothermic?
Poikilothermic animals include types of vertebrate animals, specifically some fish, amphibians, and reptiles, as well as many invertebrate animals. The naked mole-rat and sloth are some of the rare mammals which are poikilothermic.
What is meant by poikilotherms and Homeotherms?
Homeotherms are animals that have a constant body temperature. Poikilotherms are animals whose body temperature adjusts depending on the environment.
Which of the following is Poikilothermic?
Fishes, amphibians and reptiles are poikilotherms or cold blooded.
Which one is a Poikilothermic cold blooded animal?
Poikilothermal or cold blooded animals are the animals whose body temperature varies with the temperature of the environment. Fishes, Amphibians and reptiles arepoikilothermic animals.
Who is a cold blooded person?
A cold-blooded animal has a body temperature that varies along with the outdoor temperature, and a cold-blooded person is someone who seems to feel no emotions.
What causes Poikilothermia?
Common causes of poikilothermia are hypothalamic lesions or thyroid disorders.
What are Homeotherms Class 11?
– Homeotherms are warm blooded animals that maintain a stable internal body temperature regardless of external influence. These warm blood animals show thermoregulation.
What does poikilothermic mean?
Definition of poikilotherm. : an organism (such as a frog) with a variable body temperature that tends to fluctuate with and is similar to or slightly higher than the temperature of its environment : a cold-blooded organism.
What is an example of a poikilotherm?
Examples of poikilothermic animals Cordylus Lizard Marine Iguana from the Galapagos Islands Desert Lizards Crocodile Grasshopper Iguana of the desert Lobsters Butterflies Naked mole-rat (the only mammal that is a poikilothermic animals) Ants
What are some examples of poikilothermic animals?
Examples of poikilothermic animals Cordylus Lizard Marine Iguana from the Galapagos Islands Desert Lizards Crocodile Grasshopper Iguana of the desert Lobsters Butterflies Naked mole- rat (the only mammal that is a poikilothermic animals) Ants