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Hummingbirds conserve energy primarily through torpor, a state of deep, overnight sleep that lowers their metabolism by up to 95% and reduces body temperature. This energy-saving mechanism is crucial for surviving cold nights, food shortages, and long migrations. They also minimize energy expenditure by resting frequently, as their high-speed flight is energetically expensive. Torpor: A nightly, temporary hibernation where a hummingbird’s heart rate and breathing slow down dramatically. This allows them to survive for hours without feeding, though it makes them vulnerable to predators.
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