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What is the main reason why polar bears rely on sea ice to survive?
What is the main reason why polar bears rely on sea ice to survive?
How many polar bears are estimated to be living in the Arctic region?
How many polar bears are estimated to be living in the Arctic region?
Which physical adaptations help polar bears thrive in harsh climates?
Which physical adaptations help polar bears thrive in harsh climates?
Why can polar bears overheat when they run despite their physical insulation?
Why can polar bears overheat when they run despite their physical insulation?
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How has climate change impacted the feeding habits of polar bears?
How has climate change impacted the feeding habits of polar bears?
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Study Notes
- The polar bear is the largest carnivore and top predator in the Arctic, relying on sea ice in the Arctic Ocean to survive.
- There are approximately 26,000 polar bears living in the Arctic region across Canada, Greenland, Norway, Russia, and Alaska.
- Polar bears have evolved to thrive in harsh climates with adaptations like thick fat, two layers of fur, and small ears and tail to conserve heat.
- Despite their insulation, polar bears can overheat when they run due to their physical adaptations.
- Climate change has led to longer summer months, delaying sea ice formation and causing polar bears to go longer periods without food, impacting their survival.
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Explore the world of polar bears, the largest carnivore in the Arctic, and learn about their adaptations, population, and the impact of climate change on their survival.
