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"Am I ready for winter yet??"

These squirrels must pack on a lot of adipose tissue during the warm months in order to survive their intense, LONG winter hibernation. Their hibernations can last seven to eight months, or more!

 

Arctic Ground Squirrel, Savage River loop trail, Denali National Park, Alaska.

June 21, 2025

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