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Snakes and other reptiles brumate during the winter months much the same way as mammals hibernate. If the weather worms up, the snakes can reanimate for a short period by basking on a rock in order to snag a quick meal before the weather gets bad again. Some snakes that occur in Northern extremities of the planet like Canada and Russia develop a unique genetic variation with the production of extra melanin in the pigment cells. Basicall this term is called Melanistic and makes the snake very darkly colored or black altogether. This allows them to heat up faster when basking.
"Dens" are usually communal with most species of brumating snakes in N. America witht the location consisting of a rocky outcrop(rocks for basking) on the South face of a hillside or mountain. Underground gets cold during winter, but not nearly as cold as the icy surface.
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∙ 15y agoIt probably stays in water, but most snakes are in tropical climates and hot climates. So they don't live in cold.
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∙ 13y agoDepends if they are an Arctic snake or a Desert Snake
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∙ 12y agointo the warm ground
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∙ 11y agoYes
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Why do male snakes go off food in the winter?
Both male and female snakes will go off of food in the winter during the season when they hibernate.
Why don't snakes live in the arctic?
Snakes and other reptiles are cold blooded animals - they do not generate heat internally from their food the way warm blooded animals such as penguins or seals do. They (snakes and other reptiles) warm themselves up by absorbing heat from a warm environment and / or by basking in direct sunlight. This is a good answer but understand, by cold blooded, it does not mean the animal's blood is cold, this reference is to the condition described above, Cold weather makes these animals very sluggish, to the point of defenseless, the reason why so many go into a hibernation like state in areas that have cold weather.
What kind of weather do staffies go out in?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are a hardy breed but have a short coat that does not protect them well from very cold weather. Some dogs don't like rain (my Staffy doesn't) but this is different with every dog. As long as your dog isn't too cold they can go out in most weather.
Do snakes like sun?
Yes, sun does hurt rats. I have a rat and most of its fur is gone probably because of the sun beating on its cage. I would keep the rats cage away from sunlight because it will most likely scratch off its fur.
What kind of snakes live in Alaska?
No, for that matter there is no confirmed sightings of non-venomous snakes either.
Which weather that not many people go out because it is very cold?
During the winter season
When do you go to the toilet to expel urine more often - during warm or cold weather?
During cold weather. During warm weather, the body perspirates (sweats) to maintain body temperature and hence a lot of fluids are lost. so, the amount of fluids the body has to expel via urine is lesser. However, during cold weather, there is no perspiration and hence the amount of fluids the body expels via urine is higher than during warm weather.
In cold climate where does snakes go?
to florida
When do we urine during warm weather or cold?
Dude, urine is not a verb. Also, weather doesn't effect when you need to go, the fullness and control of your bladder does.
How do bears protect themselves in cold weather?
Bears hibernate in cold weather. Bears have everything they need for protection! Would a normal person honestly go and bother a sleeping bear during the winter?
When do snakes hibernate in South Australia?
There is some contention among scientists as to whether snakes in Australia go into "hibernation" or not. Because there are few places in Australia that get really cold, most snakes go into a semi-dormant state. This means that they will still come out during winter if the weather warms up enough.Australia's winter months are June, July and August. Therefore, these are the months when snakes are less active through South Australia. Having said that, however, it is not uncommon for snakes to emerge from their inactive state in August, so is wise to be wary of snakes at all times anyway.
What is the weather or climate of Norway?
cold , sun doesn't go down till 3 in the morning during summer solstice
When you go water skiing does it have to be hot or cold?
You would want to go water skiing when the weather is hot.In really cold weather you can go skiing on the snow.
When do you go to the toilet more often during warm or cold weather?
Because on hot day we need the liquids to get "colder" and on a cold day your body wants to warm up so your body expels all the fluids.
Where do worms go in cold weather?
They go wherever they can reach that is warm
Where do puffer fish go when the weather is cold?
bowling
What effects does a cold front have on weather?
I'm pretty sure a cold front effects the weather by making the temperature go down and also it makes rain or a storm more likely
