The Sleep Defying Wildlife | IN PICTURES

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Last Updated:September 04, 2024, 12:34 IST

In the animal kingdom, creatures often find themselves stripped of sleep, not by choice but by the harsh dictates of their environment—be it the looming threat of predators, the rigours of survival, or the very makeup of their biology. Certain species, inherently accustomed to less rest, have evolved remarkable strategies to thrive despite their sleep scarcity. Herein lies the tale of their adaptations. Here are some examples

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Antechinus experience severe sleep deprivation due to their unique breeding strategy.

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To cope with their severe sleep deprivation, Antechinus undergo a phenomenon known as ‘die-off’.

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Frigatebirds experience severe sleep deprivation, taking micro-naps lasting only a few seconds.

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Frigatebirds manage their sleep by allowing one half of their brain to rest while the other half stays alert.

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Like antechinus and frigatebirds, mammals like dolphins and whales are also sleep deprived.

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During long migrations, some birds fly for days without sleeping.

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Wild African elephants are also known to sleep less, typically 2 to 4 hours a day.

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Giraffes take small naps and sleep for just 30 minutes to 2 hours a day.

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Sharks don’t sleep at all, they enter into restful states.

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Horses, too, are sleep deprived and have the ability to sleep while standing.

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Walruses can spend days swimming without sleeping.

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Ants and bees also sleep for very less durations, ranging from just seconds to minutes a day.

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