Answers Quote by Elaine Morgan
“Where else is fatness at a premium? The answer is clear. There are two classes of mammals which are liable to accumulate large quantities of adipose tissue - hibernating mammals and aquatic mammals.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Descent of Man, 1972
Mammals that store fat are limited to hibernators and aquatic species, highlighting evolutionary adaptations for energy storage.
In simple terms: Only hibernating and aquatic mammals accumulate large fat reserves.
Key Takeaway
Recognize specialized adaptations in nature.
Themes
evolution
energy
biology
Mood
curious
analytical
Type
scientific
educational
When to use this quote
- wildlife research
- conservation
- education
- climate studies
Key Concepts
physiology
adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do these adaptations benefit survival?
- What other species show unique energy strategies?
A Different Perspective
Other mammals also store fat but not to the same extreme.
