10 Animals That Hibernate the Longest

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Arctic Ground Squirrel:

Arctic ground squirrels are known to hibernate for up to 7 to 8 months in their burrows, enduring extremely cold temperatures.

European Hedgehog:

Hedgehogs in colder regions can hibernate for several months, typically from late fall to early spring.

Common Poorwill:

The common poorwill, a type of nightjar, is known for entering a state of torpor for months, especially during the winter months in some regions.

Eastern Chipmunk:

Chipmunks are known to hibernate for an extended period, with some individuals entering a state of torpor for up to six months.

Eastern Box Turtle:

Box turtles are known to hibernate for a significant portion of the winter, digging into the ground to protect themselves from the cold.

Little Brown Bat:

Certain species of bats, including the little brown bat, enter a state of torpor during the winter months, reducing their metabolic rate significantly.

Wood Frog:

Wood frogs are known for their remarkable ability to survive freezing temperatures.

Common Dormouse:

Dormice in Europe are known to hibernate for several months, typically from late autumn to early spring.

Alpine Marmot:

Alpine marmots hibernate for about six months during the winter, relying on stored fat reserves to survive.

Groundhog:

Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, hibernate during the winter months, emerging in early spring.

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