Animals that love to subathe during winters

Meerkat

 

Meerkats, belonging to the mongoose family, thrive in the deserts and grasslands of Africa, where they particularly enjoy sunbathing collectively.

Sea Lion

 

For sea lions, soaking up the sun is a significant affair. These marine mammals gather in expansive colonies along the Pacific shores, engaging in spirited disputes over prime sunbathing locations.

 

Hippopotamus

 

Hippos indulge in sunbathing along riverbanks and lakesides to absorb warmth during cooler periods. Despite their casual approach to basking, they are meticulous about skincare, secreting their natural sunscreen to maintain the moisture of their skin.

African Penguin

 

They switch between immersing themselves in the water and reclining in the sun and are notorious for appropriating spots on sunbathers' beach towels.

Blackbird

 

Many bird species engage in sunbathing, and among the well-known examples are robins and blackbirds.

Marine Iguana

 

Similar to the majority of lizards, the marine iguana is frequently observed sunbathing. These iguanas are indigenous to the Galapagos Islands.

 

Garter Snake

 

Snakes, like other animals, cannot regulate their body temperature and depend on the sun for this purpose. Following a meal, they must elevate their body temperature to facilitate digestion, a process achieved through sunbathing.

Painter turtle

 

Similar to the marine iguana, painted turtles require sunbathing to absorb heat and maintain their body temperature. They emerge from the water at sunrise, spending several hours basking to warm up.

Alligator

 

Alligators, relying on the sun to regulate their temperature, dedicate a significant amount of time to basking, either in solitary instances or in large groups referred to as congregations.