Question

Organisms that live in the tundra biome have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. Which of the following adaptations is not seen in the tundra bumblebee? a. Its body is covered in dense hairs that help it conserve heat. b. It is active only under warm conditions. c. It can “shiver” to generate heat. d. It is able to keep its body temperature approximately 75ºF above ambient temperature.

Answer 1

It is only active under warm conditions is not seen in the tundra bumblebee. The tundra bumblebee has adapted to its cold environment and can be active in cold environments.

Answer 2

The answer is b. It is active only under warm conditions.

Scientific name of bumblebee is Bombus polaris. The bumble bee undergoes hibernation for about nine months during extreme cold. It suspends all its activities and remains as lifeless in the burrows of mouse. It waits for the ground to become warmer and it become active. Thus, active during warm conditions is not an adaptation in the Tundra bumblebee.