The Bergmann’s Rule states that animals in cold regions are often larger than their relatives in warmer areas. Larger animals can retain heat more effectively because they have a smaller surface area relative to their volume through which heat can be lost. This helps them stay warm in cold climates. Bergmann’s Rule typically applies only to warm-blooded animals (mammals and birds).
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