The only bird known to hibernate is the common poorwill (Phalaenoptilus nuttallii). During colder months, this small nocturnal bird enters a state of torpor, significantly lowering its metabolic rate to conserve energy. This hibernation-like state allows it to survive when food is scarce and temperatures drop. The common poorwill is unique among birds for this behavior.
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