In a temperate deciduous forest, the following type of animal could live:
- One that is adapted to hot summers and cold winters: Many animals in temperate deciduous forests, such as deer, foxes, and various bird species, are well-adapted to the seasonal temperature changes of hot summers and cold winters.
The other types mentioned (animals that do not build homes amid trees, animals that prefer a climate with little rain or snow, and animals that prefer only extremely cold temperatures) are not typically suited to the environment of a temperate deciduous forest.