All Creatures

The Big Sleep

On cold, dark days, are you tempted to curl up for a long winter’s nap? Some animals do, but for them, it’s critical. Here’s what you need to know about hibernation and the creatures that do it.

What Happens?

Wild animals have developed a variety of strategies to help them survive

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