Allen’s rule describes a pattern in animals’ lankiness and size (surface-area to volume ratio) across related species, where hotter climates yield skinny or small animals whereas colder climates yield bulky or large animals.
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Allen’s rule describes a pattern in animals’ lankiness and size (surface-area to volume ratio) across related species, where hotter climates yield skinny or small animals whereas colder climates yield bulky or large animals.