ClimateAugust 17, 2026

thermoregulate

THUR-mo-reg-yoo-layt

Definition

To maintain or control one's internal body temperature within a specific range, regardless of external environmental conditions.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'thermos' meaning 'heat' and the Latin 'regulare' meaning 'to control or rule.' The term emerged in the late 19th century to describe the physiological processes of temperature management in organisms.

In the news

In the article, the author explains that butterflies are ectotherms and their inability to effectively thermoregulate forces them to migrate to higher, cooler elevations to survive climate change.

Butterflies On Move To Higher Ground

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