Unveiling The Hibernation Secrets Of The Peppered Moth: How They Survive The Cold
During winter, peppered moths hibernate to conserve energy and survive extreme cold. They enter a state of torpor, reducing their metabolic rate to enter a dormant period. To enhance protection, they seek shelter in hibernacula, hidden crevices or sheltered spaces. The moth’s ability to camouflage through mimicry and crypsis further aids in concealment from predators….