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Bears and other animals hibernate. Why can’t I?

Bear Center offers fascinating insights into bear hibernation



After hibernation, it takes a while for bears to lose their winter coats. Even though this picture was taken last summer, it shows the brownish-colored fur of Holly’s winter coat. Once the hair dies, it lingers on the bear’s body and gets bleached by...

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