Bears Have Babies While They’re Hibernating

The video explains how bears hibernate during winter, a state of reduced activity called torpor, to conserve energy when food is scarce. Unlike smaller animals, bears maintain a higher body temperature, allowing them to react quickly to threats. During hibernation, female bears give birth, relying on stored fat to nourish themselves and their cubs. This strategy allows them to focus on foraging when food is abundant and protects the cubs from predators. Successful pregnancies depend on sufficient fat reserves, as bears delay embryo implantation until conditions are favorable.

How do bears react to potential threats while in hibernation?

What advantages do bears gain by giving birth during the winter months?