Practice mode Animal husbandry

Which hormone is released from the thyroid gland when a bird is under stress?

Correct answer D. Triiodothyronine

Explanation

Triiodothyronine (T3) is the active thyroid hormone; it raises metabolic rate and heat production, helping the bird adjust its energy use under stressful conditions.

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