These great white bears are an icon of the Arctic, and many people feel a connection to polar bears, even…
Walking and resting Most plantigrade (soles flat to the ground similar to humans) of all the Carnivora. Dogs and cats…
Archeologists studying the existence of “king” polar bears find information on these bears elusive. There is little information available from…
Retaining and losing heat In bears, the basal metabolic rate varies with climate and season Polar Bear has the highest…
Habitat degradation and disturbance of dens Ongoing oil and gas exploration and development Tourism Scientific research Recreational activity (all-terrain vehicles,…
Daily Pattern Most active during first third of the day. Least active in last third. In summer, grooming/washing occurs after…
Bear vocalization (and hearing) not well known. Knowledge of the bears’ hearing range important for establishing effects of noise disturbance…
Daily Pattern Most active during first third of the day. Least active in last third. In summer, grooming/washing occurs after…
They can go months without eating. Sometimes polar bears have to travel long distances to get their food, which explains…