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The Cool Down

The Cool Down

Researchers sound alarm about worrisome behavioral shift happening in animals worldwide: 'There is an enormous gap in our understanding'

The Cool Down
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Two new studies on European mammals have found that their sleep is negatively impacted by extreme heat.

Wild boars in the Czech Republic slept 17% less on hot days in summer than cold days in winter .

Deer fawns in Ireland slept more poorly when facing high temperatures and humidity.

Without adequate sleep, animals' immune systems could become compromised.

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73

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71

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3

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informal

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English

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54

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