In regions with scorching temperatures, desert tortoises may burrow underground to avoid extreme heat and dehydration during summer months. They enter a state of dormancy to conserve energy and water.
While many hibernate in winter, some species of ground squirrels, like the European ground squirrel, may undergo a period of aestivation during hot and dry summers, spending extended periods in underground burrows to escape high temperatures.
Some species of Australian desert frogs aestivate during prolonged dry spells by burrowing underground or hiding in cool, moist places to survive dehydration caused by hot and arid conditions.
Found in Madagascar, these lemurs are known to enter a state of torpor or aestivation during the dry season. They spend long periods in tree hollows to conserve energy and water.
Certain species of spadefoot toads may aestivate during hot, dry weather by burrowing underground and remaining inactive until conditions become more favorable for their survival.
Some species of snails and slugs aestivate during hot and dry weather by sealing themselves into their shells or finding damp, sheltered areas to minimize water loss and reduce metabolic activity.
Some species of lady beetles enter a state of dormancy during hot and dry conditions by seeking sheltered spots, like under leaves or in cracks, to conserve energy and water.
Certain species of cicadas can enter a state of dormancy during hot and dry summers, waiting underground for several years before emerging during more favorable conditions.