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Animals of colder region and fishes of cold water have thicker layer of subcutaneous fat. Describe why ?

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Animals of colder region and fishes of cold water have thicker layer of subcutaneous fat as the latter provides insulating layer to prevent heat loss from the body in colder environment . It also serves as reserve food during periods of scarcity.

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