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

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Animals of colder regions (e.g. polar bear) and fishes of cold water have thicker layer of subcutaneous fat so as to prevent the loss of body.s heat as it acts as an insulating coat.
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