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Hibernation, hustlers and hard realities

Can we handle seasons like flora and fauna?

Animals and plants are tuned to respond to change in seasons. They hibernate in cold winter or shed their leaves. They accumulate fats and energy to take them through the lean season. Their metabolism slows down, too.  Depending on the region and how far they are from the Equator, the lean season can last for months.

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