Estivation

Real World Example

Imagine trying to stay cool inside your home on a sweltering summer day when the air conditioner breaks down. Just as you might retreat to a shaded room, lie down, and minimize movement to conserve energy and avoid overheating, animals engage in estivation to survive extreme heat by reducing their activity. Much like how you conserve energy and seek comfort in cooler spots, animals enter a state of reduced activity during hot weather to regulate their body temperature and conserve resources.