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'Winter insomnia' – Why Himalayan bears are sleeping less

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Suhail Bhat | Tabea Mergenthaler
June 1, 2026

The ancient Himalayan bear is waking earlier from hibernation, leading to raids on villages. Communities find protecting both the bears and villages is key.

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