While very sudden changes in conditions may lead to a high mortality rate among animals relying on consequential dormancy , its use can be advantageous , as organisms remain active longer and are therefore able to make greater use of available resources .
Sudden changes in conditions may lead to a high mortality rate among animals relying on consequential dormancy . On the other hand , its use can be advantageous , as organisms remain active longer and are able to make greater use of available resources .