Explanation

Behavioral adaptation means animals change what they do to survive in their environment. In hot climates, animals must avoid overheating during the day. Hiding or resting during the hottest hours helps them stay cool and save energy.

This resting period during extreme heat is called estivation, not hibernation. Many desert animals sleep in burrows or shade when the sun is strongest. They become active at night or early morning when it is cooler.

Large scales and small kidneys are physical adaptations, not behaviors. Feeding during the hottest part of the day would cause overheating. Smart animals wait for cooler temperatures to hunt and eat.