Hibernation in Animals

The video explains hibernation as a behavioral adaptation for winter survival. It covers true hibernators like hedgehogs, marmots, and bats, which significantly reduce their body functions. It also discusses how animals prepare for hibernation by storing fat. Bears are described as deep sleepers, not true hibernators, as they occasionally wake up during winter. Cold-blooded animals like insects and reptiles also hibernate. The video concludes with a reflection on the potential dangers of hibernation.

What is the primary purpose of hibernation for animals?

• To increase body temperature

• To find new habitats

• To conserve energy during winter

• To escape predators

Which of the following is a characteristic of true hibernators?

• They remain active throughout winter

• Their heart rate increases

• They migrate to warmer areas

• Their body temperature drops significantly

How do bats manage to stay warm during hibernation?

• By migrating south

• By staying active

• By clumping together

• By increasing their body temperature

What is a key difference between true hibernators and deep sleepers like bears?

• True hibernators wake up frequently

• Bears occasionally wake up to eat

• Bears do not lower their body temperature

• True hibernators migrate during winter

Why are bears considered deep sleepers rather than true hibernators?

• They wake up occasionally during winter

• They maintain a high metabolic rate

• They do not hibernate at all

• They migrate to warmer areas

What should animals do to prepare for hibernation?

• Increase their activity levels

• Migrate to warmer areas

• Store extra body fat

• Decrease their food intake

Which insect is known to hibernate during the winter?

• Ant

• Bee

• Butterfly

• Lady beetle

How do lady beetles protect themselves during hibernation?

• By increasing their body temperature

• By finding a dry, secure place

• By staying active

• By migrating to warmer areas

What is a common behavior of snakes during hibernation?

• They remain active

• They hibernate alone

• They gather in large numbers

• They migrate to warmer areas

What is one potential danger of hibernation?

• Increased risk of predation

• Overheating

• Lack of food storage

• Inability to wake up