Homeostasis in Animals: How Body Temperature is Regulated

An example of homeostasis in animals is the regulation of body temperature.

For instance, when the external temperature is high, animals such as dogs or humans begin to sweat. This is the body's way of cooling down by releasing moisture onto the surface of the skin, which evaporates, taking heat away from the body. On the other hand, if the external temperature is low, animals start to shiver. Shivering is an involuntary muscle contraction that generates heat, helping to raise the body's temperature back to the normal range.

Overall, these mechanisms demonstrate how animals maintain a stable internal body temperature, despite fluctuations in the external environment, to ensure optimal functioning of their cells and organs.