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=== Can primates and humans hibernate? === | === Can primates and humans hibernate? === | ||
− | The dwarf lemur of Madagascar is the only known primate that can hibernate. However, it is believed that some mammals can extend their daily [[torpor]] to days and months in theory with the help of induced [[hypothermia]] by using | + | The dwarf lemur of Madagascar is the only known primate that can hibernate. However, it is believed that some mammals can extend their daily [[torpor]] to days and months in theory with the help of induced [[hypothermia]] by using [hydrogen sulfide]] gas in low levels. This has not proven on humans yet. |