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Queen bees survive winter flooding by breathing underwater
- March 11, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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Hibernation is a risky endeavor for many animals, as they can be taken away by the elements or predators. For several months of the year, queen bumblebees enter a dormant state underground called diapause. While this keeps them hidden, it leaves them vulnerable to waterlogged conditions from rainstorms and snowmelt. But that doesn't seem to be a problem.
Originally published at Phys.org