Outdoors How Canadian animals adapt to winter By Patrick Collins Published: December 6, 2021 Updated: June 23, 2022 share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Copy Link Cancel When the mercury drops we humans can toss on another layer of clothes, but animals in the wild must rely on their instincts and physical adaptations to survive. From tiny reptiles like the wood frog to massive mammals like the grizzly bear, Canadian animals showcase a diverse range of adaptations to freezing winter temperatures. Related Story Cottage Q&A: Feeding deer in the winter