deep hibernation
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Referring to a state of profound torpor during hibernation.
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- Bears enter a state of deep hibernation during winter.
- The squirrel was in deep hibernation for several months.
- Scientists are studying the mechanisms of deep hibernation.
- A period of deep hibernation allows animals to survive harsh conditions.
- The animal woke up slowly from its deep hibernation.
- Entering deep hibernation requires significant physiological changes.
- During deep hibernation, the animal's heart rate drops dramatically.
- The bat had fallen into such a deep hibernation that it seemed lifeless.
- Some species can endure extreme cold thanks to deep hibernation.
- Research into deep hibernation could have implications for space travel.