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Polar Bears
Known scientifically as Ursus Maritimus, the polar bear is native to the Arctic Circle, and is the world's largest carnivore species found on land. It is classified as a vulnerable species, with 5 of the`9 polar bear subpopulations in decline. They have a reputation as the only animal that actively hunts humans, but in fact, anything they encounter is potential prey.
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What would happen to polar bears if they didn't have claws?
If polar bears didn't have claws they would be vulnerable to attack from other animals because Polar bears can use their claws to defend themselves. Polar bears can also hunt and find food using their claws therefore Polar bears need their claws to survive!.
Do female polar bears weigh more than males and how much?
No. Males are quite a bit larger. Females weigh from 350 -600 pounds. Males can weigh nearly 1200 pounds.
Are polar bears endangered animals-?
Polar Bears are currently endangered animals and on the bring of extinction due to the process of global warming.
What do polars bears eyes do underwater?
Polar bears eyes underwater acts like swiming goggle so it can see the eye vision on land
What sort of bear is killed for their bile?
The black bears are killed for their gall bladders, which is used by oriental quack medicines.
What is special about polar bear fur?
a polar bears skin is special because it looks white but its skin is really black, it is just the light that reflects off the polar bear that makes it look white
Can a polar bear ever be nice or just aggressive?
Polar bears are not only extremely unpredictable, but also very aggressive and will attack a human (territory or not.) There was only one recorded incident where a man found a Polar Bear cub and was able to play with the cub, then later as it became an adult, but, smart on his part he sent the Polar Bear back out in the wild where it belonged. Polar bears are extremely fast on their feet (more so than Grizzly bears) and will chase their victim until they drop.
They are one of the only animals that will go out of their way to hunt you down and kill you. Not very friendly.
Polar bears fight for food and when another polar bear is stealing their food and if other polar bears are bugging them.
Yes. And It shivers because it is cold.=)
Yes. Any animal can shiver. It's a spasming of the muscles to help keep the body warm. Polar bears have large layers of fat to keep them warm but if they were to reach a temperature cold enough to penetrate the fat they would most likely shiver.
What do polar bears wear on their heads?
They wear a puffy layer of fur that keeps them warm when it is cold.
Where can you go to pet a polar bear and live to tell about it?
No where. They are one of the few bears who will EAT YOU.
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Polar bears are found in the Arctic Circle at the North Pole. Although the last decade they have expanded their habitat area due to polar ice caps melting. The climates in the area are very harsh so it would not be wise to venture into the Arctic Circle unless you have the proper equipment with lots of experience. Petting one in the wild would certainly not be a good decision. If you are looking to pet one, find your local zoo. Every so often they will show certain baby (or small) animals to people. But this is also very, very rare. The smart thing to do would be to watch on National Geographic.
Polar bears are very aggressive to other bears and can consider their young to be competition.
What was the polar bear population in 1900?
First, it's important to note that scientists lack historical data on polar bear numbers. There is no data that allows us to make a valid estimate as far back as 1900. The earliest estimate the Scientists have made is for 1950.
Is it true that polar bears are the only animals that stay on the ice in the arctic?
Because of the amount of snow their are not many animals on they ice, although their are more than just polar bears, including arctic foxes and some seals (although not for long time periods)
Special Structures of a polar bear?
Polar bears have Blubber witch helps them keep warm. they are also white to blend into the snow when hunting.
How are polar bears under threat?
I've heard that they are very threatened right now. I saw a TV News report that said 25% of the arctic ice mass has melted in the past few summers. Plus, overall, the ice caps have been reduced by 50% since NASA began photographing it in the 1960's. Since polar bears hunt mostly on sea ice, they are now very thin and on they are have little stored fat to survive the winter. I also heard that they are getting thinner every year and will most likely will be extinct in the next 10-20 years.
Polar bears can only hunt when there is sea ice, because that is how they access seals, their primary prey. As a result of global warming, sea ice has been melting earlier in the year and freezing over later in the year than it used to. This means that many polar bears do not have a long enough hunting season to build up their fat reserves so that they can survive the months without sea ice. This is causing many polar bears to starve, thus decreasing the population. Occasionally, people hunt them for trophies, which doesn't help either.
No, their noses are black and so is their skin, if you shaved one, it would be black. They look white but their fur is not actually white. The hairs are the color of your fingernails since they are made of keratin which is also what fingernails are made of. They look white when the sun reflects from them. See the related question below about their unique fur.
What is the polar bear's circulatory system?
Polar bears have a closed circulatory system(like humans) this means thier blood flows through veins and ateries to diliver oxygen around the body
