Why is a polar bear a marine mammal?

Answer 1

It is considered a Marine Mammal;

Closely related to bears like the grizzly, polar bears are actually considered to be marine mammals since they have characteristics that have adapted them for a marine lifestyle. They obtain almost all of their food from the ocean. They are streamlined for swimming, which allows for agility and endurance for long stays in the water. They even have tiny webs between their toes to help them swim. Also, polar bears have what no other bears have, a layer of blubber that keeps them warm while swimming in the cold Arctic seas.

Answer 2

The polar bear is considered a marine animal because it spends a lot of time in water. It hunts for fish in the water and is an exceptional swimmer.

Answer 3

a polar bear is a marine mammal because they are mammals that swim a lot to catch their prey and could stay on land and water non like fishes or sharks.

Answer 4

because polar bears have to live off the water. example:they prey off animals in the water and they travel over the ice they also drink it

Answer 5

No, while the polar bear does swim quite a bit, it is not considered a marine animal. Seals, walruses, porpoises, etc. are marine animals,

Answer 6

Actually, the polar bear is not considered to be a marine mammal. While it can swim quite well, it spends most of its time on land or ice floes.

Answer 7

no