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Wildlife in Winter

Exploring the winter survival strategies of wildlife

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January 9, 2022

Torpor

By riedererjt

Torpor is a state of extreme sluggishness in response to environmental conditions. Torpor reduces the amount of energy needed to survive the winter.

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