Mammals and birds eat more often than reptiles. Which of the following traits shared by mammals and birds best explains this habit?

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Endothermy, or the ability to regulate their own body temperature, requires mammals and birds to consume more food more frequently in order to maintain a constant internal temperature. Reptiles, on the other hand, rely on their environment to regulate their body temperature and may not require as much food or as frequent meals.

Mammals and Birds Eat More Often Than Reptiles