hibernation
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As rising temperatures are shifting natural plant cycles, species that synchronise their migration or hibernation can be left without the flowers and plants they rely on – a phenomenon known as ecological mismatch.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
The humble tomato, beloved by many yet scorned by some, slowly awakens from hibernation, reminding us that warm weather, spent indulging in fresh salads and produce-filled sandwiches, is almost here.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Typically, the invasive mosquitoes go into a type of hibernation every year.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026
In extreme conditions such as droughts, famines or freezing temperatures, animals activate resilience programs like hibernation instead of investing energy in reproduction.
From Science Daily • Feb. 23, 2026
“Is hibernation just sleeping for a long time?”
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
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