Snakes Vanish in Winter? Scientist Reveals Their Survival Strategy

• Snakes are cold-blooded; their body temperature drops significantly in winter, slowing movement and metabolism.
• Dr. A K Mishra, Professor at Bitnary Hospital Rewa, explains snakes hide in warm places like burrows or haystacks to conserve energy.
• Despite hunger, snakes cannot eat in cold, relying on stored energy, which can make them aggressive.
• They bask in the sun for warmth, appearing calm but can be dangerous if disturbed, biting defensively.
• Snakes enter hibernation, sleeping 20-22 hours daily, a survival strategy, not disappearance, requiring caution in warm spots.

Why It Matters: Snakes don't disappear in winter; they adopt a hibernation survival strategy due to being cold-blooded.