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Yes, human beings can be nocturnal. There is a genetic basis for this fact; people with a mutation of the Fbxl3 gene, nicknamed the "Afterhours" gene actually run on a 27-hour cycle (as opposed to a 24-hour cycle) and function better on a nocturnal schedule. More research needs to be done on this gene and the people who possess it, but there are many advantages and evolutionary benefits for some humans adapting to be nocturnal rather than diurnal. Some of the factors that affect nocturnal behaviour in both primitive and modern humans (respectively) are: crypsis, osmoregulation, reducing the impact of light and heat (especially those with sensitivities to them) and certain habits or careers (such as shift work). "Night owls" or people who "burn the midnight oil" are often artistic, creative, innovative, have scientific minds and are often on the autistic spectrum. This is not a direct result of habituation (although that is the basis for nocturnal behaviour in many others) but a result of a genetic predisposition.
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Is nocturnal a noun?
No, the word 'nocturnal' is an adjective, a word that describes a noun: a nocturnal creature, a nocturnal scene.
What do you call someone who sleeps all day and stays awake at night?
nocturnal, or an insomniac.
Are beavers nocturnal or non nocturnal?
Beavers are nocturnal and diurnal (awake during the day, or "non nocturnal", which is not the proper way to say it). Primarily, nocturnal though.
Are jaguars nocturnal?
Of Course, They Are Nocturnal.
Is the lystrosaurus nocturnal or diurnal?
nocturnal
What is a word for a person who sleeps a lot?
A narcoleptic person; a person with narcolepsy.
What do you call a person who works in a nightlife business?
They would be called nocturnal.
Jerking of the limbs that can occur normally as a person is falling asleep is know as?
Nocturnal myoclonus
Is nocturnal a noun?
No, the word 'nocturnal' is an adjective, a word that describes a noun: a nocturnal creature, a nocturnal scene.
What do you call someone who sleeps all day and stays awake at night?
nocturnal, or an insomniac.
Are ermines nocturnal?
No they are not nocturnal
Are beavers nocturnal or non nocturnal?
Beavers are nocturnal and diurnal (awake during the day, or "non nocturnal", which is not the proper way to say it). Primarily, nocturnal though.
What is word for animals that only come out in twilight?
nocturnal
Are jaguars nocturnal?
Of Course, They Are Nocturnal.
Is the lystrosaurus nocturnal or diurnal?
nocturnal
Is a horse nocturnal?
no horse are not nocturnal
Are octopuses nocturnal or diurnal?
nocturnal
