Why snake hibernate?

Answer 1

In areas of the world where there is winter, snakes seek subsurface shelter during the winter months. In the mountains, large snakes sometimes share dens, presumably because there aren't enough cavities for each snake to have its own, but in other areas most do so individually. But also, by hibernating together, they cluster, thus conserving their heat, as they are 'cold-blooded'. Some snakes commonly use stump and root holes, mammal burrows, and loose soil for their dens, it's rare for snakes to winter in buildings; they seem to prefer natural underground retreats. In the Northern hemisphere, most snakes are in or close to their wintering sites from mid-October to mid-March. While in their dens they cease all activity to conserve energy (they are already cold blooded, and need to avoid freezing) and effectively survive hibernation.

Answer 2

If a snake lives in a country that has a dramatic drop in temperature during the winter months, then it will usually hibernate. They usually seek out deep caves, which will protect them from the cold.

They go into a 'semi-conscious' state, slowing their breathing and heartbeat, so they use as little energy as possible. Once they sense the temperature climbing, they'll 'liven up' and seek out their first meal.

Answer 3

Lizards and snakes are "cold blooded" meaning they can't regulate regulate their body temperature like mammals and birds can. Because of this they cannot survive out in the open in temperate winters and so must seek shelter hibernate.

Answer 4

Some snakes do hibernate but some doesn't. They hibernate to stay away from the cold since they can't make themselves warm.

Answer 5

Snakes hibernate to get away from the cold or heat.

Answer 6

Auctually, Snakes don`t hibernate.