Diapause

usgb/ˈdaɪəˌpɔz/
noun

A period of suspended development in an organism, particularly in insects, which allows them to survive environmental stress.

Insects may enter diapause to survive extreme temperatures during winter.
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  • enter diapause
  • induce diapause

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metabolic dormancy, environmental adaptation, reproductive strategy

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Biology Context

Diapause is frequently discussed in biological studies involving insect life cycles.

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Many insects like butterflies use diapause for survival.
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Survival Mechanism

Understanding diapause helps in appreciating how species adapt to harsh climates.

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The common garden slug undergoes diapause to survive in extreme conditions.
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Adaptation

Diapause can indicate how well a species can cope with climate change.

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Some amphibians exhibit diapause during dry seasons.
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