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A close-up of a chipmunk's fur and markings. Photo by Donna L. Long.
January 12June 25 Donna L. Long

A Chipmunk’s Winter Sleep (Torpor and Hibernation)

Eastern Tailed-Blue (Everes comyntas) - Lycaenidae Family. Photo from Wikimedia Public Domain.
September 2September 24 Donna L. Long

Gossamer Butterfly Family (Lycaenidae)

February 15August 26 Donna L. Long

Speedy Chipmunk

Insects in winter : bagworm moth pouches are examples of dormant insects out in the open.
January 15September 24 Donna L. Long

Insects in Winter

January 13 Donna L. Long

Hibernation is Suspended Animation

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