tures of Arctic peoples. They are also a symbol of climate change. 

Articles about polar bears

Polar Bears | National Wildlife Federation

Discusses polar bears as marine mammals, their adaptations, and their hunting techniques 

Polar Bear | Species - WWF

Explains the importance of polar bears in the marine environment and to Arctic cultures 

Polar Bear Adaptations for Extreme Cold

One World One Ocean notes the adaptations that help polar bears survive in the cold, including their large size, thick fur, and fat 

Polar bear facts for kids

Polar bears are the largest land carnivores in the world. 

They have thick fur that traps warm air and keeps them warm. 

They have a dense layer of fat that helps them stay warm. 

They have large anti-slip paws. 

They hunt seals, walruses, and beluga whales. 

They are usually solitary but can be found in groups when on land. 

They are threatened by climate change, pollution, and energy development. 

Polar bear conservation

Polar bears are considered a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). 

Polar Bear FactsIt is the largest carnivore that lives on land (meat-eater). In order to hunt seals, polar bears use sea ice as a base. Seals make up much of the diet of polar bears. Male polar bears are capable of weighing up to 680 kg.