Reposted by Jaap van Schaik
Daubenton's bats are now entering hibernation a month earlier than 13 years ago without increasing fat reserves, highlighting shifting survival challenges linked to climate change. doi.org/g955mn
phys.org
An unexpected reaction to climate change: Daubenton's bats are hibernating for longer
The days are getting shorter, the temperatures are dropping. Numerous animals are migrating south, others are seeking their hibernacula—including bats.