Shrews remodel their skulls to cope with winter cold
September 04, 2026
September 04, 2026
HOKKAIDO, Japan, Sept. 4 -- Hokkaido University posted the following news release:
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Shrews remodel their skulls to cope with winter cold
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In addition to shrinking and regrowing, shrew skulls change shape with the seasons.
Winter is difficult for small mammals. They have to maintain their body temperature despite the cold and scarcity of food. One response that helps many species is seasonal shrinking, with their skull and oth . . .
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Shrews remodel their skulls to cope with winter cold
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In addition to shrinking and regrowing, shrew skulls change shape with the seasons.
Winter is difficult for small mammals. They have to maintain their body temperature despite the cold and scarcity of food. One response that helps many species is seasonal shrinking, with their skull and oth . . .