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The raccoon is a facultative hibernator. It is easily awakened during winter unlike true hibernators, either by a disturbance or by warming outside temperature.
True hibernator or Facultative hibernator
Although the terms used are still a debate among scientists, as a general rule here are the differences between a true hibernator and a facultative hibernator:
What about winter rest ?
Winter rest is simply a term sometimes used to describe facultative hibernation.