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Best evidence shows that fifty years ago, the worldwide population was between 7800-10,000 polar bears. After most nations curtailed hunting for the polar bears, the population began to increase. Today, the best estimates are 23000 to 25000 bears.

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There are currently around 25000 polar bears.

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