Hibernation: (a set of) adaptive behavior(s) which allow animals to survive winter by minimizing their exposure to harsh winter conditions.
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Hibernation is a type of deep sleep some animals (like bears) go into during winter. Hibernation is like a long nap. ... For example, you could talk about the hibernation of an athlete who has taken a year off from competition.
Hibernation is a seasonal heterothermy characterized by low body-temperature, slow breathing and heart-rate, and low metabolic rate. It most commonly occurs during winter months. ... Hibernation may last days, weeks, or months—depending on the species, ambient temperature, time of year, and the individual's body-condition.
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Hibernation: (a set of) adaptive behavior(s) which allow animals to survive winter by minimizing their exposure to harsh winter conditions.
Hibernation is a seasonal heterothermy characterized by low body-temperature, slow breathing and heart-rate, and low metabolic rate. It most commonly occurs during winter months. ... Hibernation may last days, weeks, or months—depending on the species, ambient temperature, time of year, and the individual's body-condition.