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This is true in their natural state,and you do say on warmer days (when their metabolism raises with the higher temp) but from records of breedings in captivity complete hybernation has yielded majority of sucess. Most Diamond breeders throw adults into styrofoam boxes or plastic tubs in the coldest part of their homes such as a cement floored garage throughout winter. Only thing the adults are given is a water bowl to aid in keeping humidity up and avoid dehydration. Another thing to consider is activity. Total inactivity would be more suited as they will not use up fat reserves then and lose condition in the 3 month period they are not being fed. If only cooling then the Diamonds are still active and are using reserves and are bound to lose condition. So if you totally slow their metabolism they will not lose the weight they would if being active. Also while in hybernation there immune system along with bacteria shuts down completely and they are less likely to suffer when being warmed again.