Hibernation is a fascinating survival strategy used by certain animals to endure harsh environmental conditions, primarily ...

Hibernation is an adaptation strategy among warm-blooded animals, while brumation is the reptilian equivalent. In the winter, when the temperature falls below 55°F, alligators enter an idle state.

Experts say once the alligators are able to breathe through the ice, they fall into a state of hibernation known as brumation by lowering their body temperatures and metabolism. Once it becomes ...