Polar bear - Wikipedia
WEBThe polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is a large bear native to the Arctic and nearby areas. It is closely related to the brown bear, and the two species can interbreed. The polar bear is the largest extant species of bear and land carnivore, …
Polar bear | Description, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
WEBApr 19, 2024 · Polar bear, great white northern bear found throughout the Arctic region. The polar bear is the largest and most powerful carnivore on land, a title it shares with a subspecies of brown bear called the Kodiak bear. It has no natural predators and knows no fear of humans, making it an extremely dangerous animal.
Polar Bear | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
WEB6–9 feet. Habitats. Arctic Ocean, sea ice, and adjacent coastal areas. © WWF-CANADA. Click here to view larger map image. The largest bear in the world and the Arctic's top predator, polar bears are a powerful symbol of the strength and endurance of the Arctic. The polar bear's Latin name, Ursus maritimus, means "sea bear."
Polar Bear | National Geographic
WEBPolar Bear. Scientific Name: Ursus maritimus. Type: Mammals. Diet: Carnivore. Average Life Span In The Wild: 25 to 30 years. Size: Head and body: 7.25 to 8 feet; tail: 3 to 5 inches. Weight:...
10 facts about polar bears! | National Geographic Kids
WEB1) Polar bears are found in the frozen wilds of the Arctic, in Canada, Alaska (US), Greenland, Russia and Norway. 2) These are seriously big bears, gang. Adult polar bears can measure over 2.5m long and weigh around 680kg. Their huge size and weight make them the largest living carnivores (meat eaters) on Earth!
Polar Bear | National Wildlife Federation
WEBPolar bears are the largest carnivorous land mammals on Earth. They are about seven to eight feet long, measured from the nose to the tip of their very short tail. Male polar bears are much larger than the females. A large male can weigh more than 1,700 pounds, while a large female is about half that size (up to 1,000 pounds).
Polar Bears 101 | Nat Geo Wild - YouTube
WEBSep 8, 2017 · How do polar bears survive their Arctic habitat? Is climate change affecting their population? Learn how polar bears have adapted to life on top of the world. Subscribe: http://bit.ly ...
Polar Bears International
WEBEndangered Status. Polar bears are listed under a variety of classifications. View the Basics. Polar Bear Tracker. Follow wild polar bears and learn how their movements are linked to the changing sea ice. Explore the Arctic. Tundra Connections Webcasts. Join us for free educational webcasts and live events. Watch Webcasts. Make a Difference.
Polar bear | WWF Arctic
WEBMajestic creature of the far north, the polar bear is the world's largest terrestrial carnivore. Its Latin name, Ursus maritimus, means 'sea bear': an apt name for this amazing species which spends much of its life in, around, or on the water - predominantly on the sea ice. FEATURED. The Arctic is changing. Can polar bears change with it?
Polar Bear Facts | Polar Bears International
WEBPolar Bear Facts | Polar Bears International. Welcome to the exciting world of the polar bear. Photo: Daniel J. Cox. From their origin story and characteristics to their habitat and diet, we’re giving you an in-depth look into the life of a polar bear. Learn About Polar Bears. Name & Evolution. The many names for the polar bear. Behavior.
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