Hibernaculum

Pronunciation
/hi-ber-NA-kul-um/
Category
Behavior
Singular
Hibernaculum
Plural
Hibernacula

Definition

A shelter constructed or chosen by an insect or other small animal for hibernation, often providing protection from the cold.

Etymology

From Latin 'hiberna', meaning 'winter quarters', and 'culum', a diminutive suffix.

Example

The hibernaculum of the ground beetle is a carefully chosen location to ensure protection during the winter months.

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