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Silent subletters in rabbit burrows let parasites survive winter longer
Science
Published on 12 May 2026
Thermal cameras reveal mites thrive in trapped moisture
Winter rabbit burrows do more than shelter their owners. Underground tunnels trap moisture and keep temperatures stable, creating perfect conditions for mites and other parasites to survive between hosts. Now researchers using thermal cameras can map these burrows in detail, showing how a simple hole can shape survival for rabbits and the tiny “unwelcome guests” living off them.
- Rabbit burrows trap moisture and stable temperatures underground
- Mites and parasites can persist between hosts through winter
- Thermal cameras help researchers track burrow conditions and activity
- Findings highlight how shelter structures influence ecosystem health
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