Why Certain Animals Hibernate (And What It Does to Their Brains)
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Why Certain Animals Hibernate (And What It Does to Their Brains)
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In the winter, when food is scarce, it's all about conserving energy for survival. During hibernation, animals reduce their body temperature and pulse to near freezing and enter a deep freeze that alters their brain functions until spring arrives.