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Coat changes with the seasonsrock squirrel

The fur of rock squirrels serves as a source of long-term, seasonal thermoregulation due to changeable hair optics and coat structure.

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Adapt phenotypeMaintain homeostasisProtect from temperature
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Communicating over long distancescassowaries

Cassowaries communicate over long distances in dense rainforest using low frequency booming sounds.

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Send sound signalsSense sound and other vibrations from the environment
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Antennae sense vibrationsmosquito

The antennae of male mosquitoes sense vibrations via fine, hair-like structures that respond to oscillations of air particles.

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Sense sound and other vibrations from the environment
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Bark keeps surface cool under the suntrees

Bark of trees keeps surface cool by minimizing absorption of solar light and maximizing thermal emission

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Protect from lightProtect from temperature
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