estivate (Meaning)
estivate (v)
sleep during summer
estivate (n.)
Alt. of Estivation
Synonyms & Antonyms of estivate
FAQs About the word estivate
sleep during summerAlt. of Estivation
lazy, loaf, hang (around or out), hack (around), goof (off), doze, bum, hang about, lounge, kick back
apply, plug, slave, plow, grind, work, toil, labor, grind, sweat
Snakes estivate in burrows during the hot summer months to escape the scorching heat.
As the temperature rises, many animals, such as crocodiles, estivate to conserve energy and survive during periods of high temperatures and low water availability.
Estivation allows animals to endure extreme conditions, like droughts, by entering a state of reduced metabolic activity and conserving water.
During estivation, reptiles and amphibians often seek shelter in cool, shady areas, such as underground burrows or beneath rocks and logs, to escape the harsh sun and heat.
