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Bookmark or Share- Polar bear - WikipediaThe 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, with adult males weighing 300–800 kg (660–1,760 lb
- Adaptations & Characteristics - Polar Bears InternationalIn the Arctic, temperatures can plunge to -40° or -46 C (-50 F) in winter and stay that way for days or weeks. But polar bears are built for those conditions. From fur to skin, to paws and claws, the sea bear’s physique is designed to protect them from the cold, hunt seals, and dominate the Arctic.
- Polar Bear photos, facts, and map - National Geographic KidsPolar bears roam the Arctic ice sheets and swim in that region's coastal waters. They are very strong swimmers, and their large front paws, which they use to paddle, are slightly...
- Polar bear | Description, Habitat, & Facts | BritannicaPolar 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.
- Polar Bears InternationalLearn how polar bears are built for the Arctic and a life on the sea ice. Polar bears are listed under a variety of classifications. Follow wild polar bears and learn how their movements are linked to the changing sea ice. Join us for free educational webcasts and live events.
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