Polar Bear
The Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) is a large bear species native to the Arctic. It is a powerful and majestic animal, with a thick coat of white fur and a layer of blubber that provides excellent insulation against the cold.
The Polar Bear is a true master of the Arctic.
Polar Bear
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
3.5 - 5 feet
(1.1 - 1.5 m)
Average Weight
300 - 1,700 lbs
(136 - 770 kg)
Average Life Span
15 - 18 years
Gestation Period
195 - 265 days
Did You Know?
The Polar Bear is the largest land carnivore in the world.
They have a thick layer of blubber and a dense fur coat to keep them warm in their Arctic habitat.
Polar Bears are excellent swimmers and can hold their breath for over a minute underwater.
Their paws are large and paddle-like, helping them swim and walk on snow and ice.
The Polar Bear's diet primarily consists of seals, which they hunt by waiting at breathing holes or ambushing them on ice.
They can live for 15 to 18 years in the wild.
Despite their white appearance, their skin is actually black, which helps absorb heat from the sun.
Polar Bears are considered a vulnerable species due to climate change affecting their sea ice habitat.
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