Bears having trouble getting to sleep this winter

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In summary, the Hedgehogs are not getting such a good hibernation this year because of the warm weather.
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http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,20880680-23109,00.html

it is just too warm

so they aren't getting such a good hibernation this year
apparently the problem extends from Siberia all the way to Estonia.

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And the hedgehogs. Don't forget the hedgehogs, even though they are just roadkill nowadays. Nobody cares about the hedgehogs. They should. They are cute.
 
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I care, arildno. God save the hedgehogs!
 
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I LOVE hedgehogs!
 
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I'm having a hard time sleeping too!
 
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The site http://www.steveconrad.co.uk has a nice collection of hedgehog pictures.
 
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What is sad is that with these warm and relatively snowless winters the past few years, snowshoe hares and weasels (whose coats turn white in winter) stick out like sore thumbs against the browns and greens. They would be better off staying brown. The downsides of being too easily spotted by your predators or prey can be serious. I suppose we'll see if these disadvantages will select for critters that change to white later in the year, or perhaps not at all.
 
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Snowshoe hares and bears are cute, too. Not sure about the weasels, though..
 
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arildno said:
Snowshoe hares and bears are cute, too. Not sure about the weasels, though..
Weasels are very cute and are quite inquisitive. Once, after hiking to the top of a mountain in northern Maine, my friends and I sat on a cairn to eat lunch, and a weasel kept popping its head out from the rock-pile. Pretty soon, he was coming within almost arm's reach to grab little bits of sandwiches that we tossed to him. Weasels are the smallest in the family of which my avatar is a member. Here, we also have minks, pine martens, and fishers - all quite attractive animals. Fishers are quite fast and talented and are the top predator of the porcupine. They will eat house-cats if the porcupine population is low. Nothing messes with a fisher (if only because we don't have wolverines in Maine).

Edit: Visit this site and THEN tell me that weasels are not adorably cute!
http://www.saskschools.ca/~gregory/animals/weasel.html
 
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Evo said:
Oh, that toungue is SO CUTE! :!)

Ga-ross !
 

FAQ: Bears having trouble getting to sleep this winter

What causes bears to have trouble getting to sleep during the winter?

There are a few factors that can contribute to bears having trouble sleeping during the winter. One of the main reasons is the decrease in food availability, which can cause them to go into a state of hibernation. Additionally, changes in temperature and light can also disrupt their natural sleep patterns.

Do bears experience insomnia during the winter?

Bears do not experience insomnia in the same way that humans do. However, they may have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep due to environmental factors such as hunger, cold weather, or disturbances in their habitat.

How do bears adapt to the changing sleep patterns during the winter?

Bears have evolved to adapt to the changing sleep patterns during the winter by going into a state of hibernation. During this time, their body temperature and metabolism decrease, allowing them to conserve energy and survive the winter months when food is scarce.

What are the consequences of bears having trouble sleeping during the winter?

If bears are unable to get enough sleep during the winter, it can have negative effects on their health and well-being. This can include reduced energy levels, weakened immune systems, and difficulty maintaining body weight, which can ultimately lead to death.

What can be done to help bears sleep better during the winter?

To help bears sleep better during the winter, it is important to protect their natural habitats and ensure that they have access to sufficient food sources. Additionally, minimizing human disturbance in their habitat can also help reduce stress and promote better sleep for bears.

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