Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hibernacula
noun
ˌhaɪbərˈnækjʊlə
Definition
Hibernacula refers to the shelter or hiding places where animals, especially reptiles, amphibians, and some insects, spend the winter in a state of dormancy or hibernation.
Examples
- Many species of frogs seek out hibernacula in the mud during the winter.
- Bats often use caves as hibernacula to escape the cold.
- The hibernacula of certain turtles can be found at the bottom of ponds.
Meaning
It is a term used to describe places that provide protection during the cold months, allowing animals to conserve energy and survive until warmer weather returns.
Synonyms
- winter shelters
- hibernation sites
- resting places
