Sleep (non-human)

Sleep in non-human animals refers to a behavioral and physiological state characterized by altered consciousness, reduced responsiveness to external stimuli, and homeostatic regulation. Sleep appears to be a requirement for all mammals and most other animals; rats kept from sleeping die within a couple of weeks.

Sleep (non-human)

Sleep in non-human animals refers to a behavioral and physiological state characterized by altered consciousness, reduced responsiveness to external stimuli, and homeostatic regulation. Sleep appears to be a requirement for all mammals and most other animals; rats kept from sleeping die within a couple of weeks.