24. Name the six biological seasons and what happens in each.
hibernal - winter - a period of dormancy and sleep - few plants active, animal populations low, having either migrated away, hibernation, or for a few tough conditions.
prevernal - early spring - awaking- plants begin to open buds - migration
vernal - middle to late spring - reproduction, lots of both plants and animals.
aestival - early summer - period of growth - conditions are still good, but competition is beginning to have an affect.
serotinal - late summer - maturation - Conditions are getting worse, competition is now at its highest.
autumnal- Put on excess weight to get ready for migration or hibernation and harsh conditions ahead.