While most females head south for the winter, a select few remain in the northern forests. Only the hardiest females can survive the freezing cold, but the ones that do have their first choice of food, shelter, and mates when the spring thaw begins.
(40) You all made me feel amazing yesterday with all the positive comments and messages I received!! Thank you all so much!! Here’s another pic of myself to show my thanks - this time I’m not quite as shy.