Surviving the Snow: The Amazing Adaptations of Three Winter Wonders
An American Pika among mossy rocks with snowy background in EC Manning Park, Lower BC
When the temperatures start to drop and the days get shorter, it’s easy to assume that the natural world goes into a state of hibernation. But the truth is that many animals are perfectly adapted to survive the winter months, and in fact, winter can be a time of great activity in the natural world. In this blog, we’ll be exploring how three North American native species—the American dipper, American pika, and arctic cod—are able to survive in below-freezing environments without the aid of hibernation. From dense insulating feathers to systemic antifreeze, we’ll explore some of the amazing adaptation these animals use to keep warm—while keeping busy!