Winter doesn’t bite so hard in Ireland. Except that is, on the Dartry and Derryveagh mountains of the northwest. Conditions are tough and, as in many parts of the world, life struggles in the cold ...

By Sakshi Sah Published Jun 12, 2025 Hindustan Times Trending Photo Credit: Pexels Why do animals hibernate? Surprising facts you didn’t know Some animals do something special in winter called ...

As humans, would we ever think of giving up eating, drinking, or even staying awake for months on end to survive a harsh cold winter? We may not even adopt this lifestyle, but some species in the ...

When the cold and dark winter is setting in, some of us envy animals that can hibernate. This long, deep rest is an example of how nature develops clever solutions to difficult problems. In this case, ...

You may have heard of animals hibernating for the winter, but what does it mean? Well, during the colder months, it can be tougher for animals to find food and water. Therefore, they have developed a ...

Aestivation is a summer survival strategy where animals enter a dormant state to withstand extreme heat and drought. The article highlights several species, including lungfish, snails, and desert ...

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