Hibernation

Whiskered bat (Myotis mystacinus) hibernating in an abandoned mine. Coverd with moisture condensation. Dehydration is one of the threats to a hibernating bat. By roosting where condensation occurs, they reduce the threat of dehydration.

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Whiskered bat (Myotis mystacinus) hibernating in an abandoned mine. Coverd with moisture condensation. Dehydration is one of the threats to a hibernating bat. By roosting where condensation occurs, they reduce the threat of dehydration.

1982 England Europe abandoned mine hibernating hibernation moisture droplets

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Hibernation