Editing Hibernaculum (section)

== Description ==

Typically, hibernacula are found in very rocky habitats where snakes can find crevices that lead to larger sub-terranean dens which offer protection from the cold temperatures and snow.  Although the crevice entrances to hibernacula may oftentimes be very small and inconspicuous, they are known to lead to larger underground dens.

During warmer months of the year, all species of snake depart from their hibernacula to actively forage and sun themselves.  Therefore, hibernacula are generally not inhabited from mid-Spring to mid-Autumn.