Which Insects Vanish in Winter—And Which Stick Around?
• Many insects migrate or hibernate to survive the winter.
• Some insects enter a state of dormancy called diapause, slowing their metabolism.
• Certain hardy insect species remain active throughout the winter, adapted to freezing temperatures.
Insects adapt to survive harsh winter conditions
As temperatures drop and days shorten, insect life changes dramatically. Many insects disappear, leading us to wonder where they go and how they survive winter. Their survival is a mix of hibernation, migration, and dormancy.
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