Hibernate
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Seasonal Behavior
Used for animals or insects that become inactive during colder months. Some species of bats hibernate to survive winter.
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Not Just Sleep
'Hibernate' implies a period of inactivity, not just a regular sleep. Toads don't just sleep in mud; they hibernate.
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Metabolic Slowdown
Hibernation involves slowing down the metabolism, not just motionlessness. During hibernation, a groundhog's heart rate drops significantly.