Diapause is a condition of suspended development exhibited by species of zooplankton and insects. This is done so that they can pass over the unfavorable conditions which are present during their development.Whereas hibernation also known as winter sleep is a resting stage shown by bats, squirrels and rodents. This is done to escape the winter season by slowing down their metabolism. Therefore they enter a stage of inactivity by hiding them in shelters.