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How polar bears stop ice from freezing on their fur
Indigenous peoples of the Arctic traditionally use polar bear fur for its ice-resistant properties, but the science behind ...
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Polar bears are suffering from an "energy deficit" that is devastating their populations
This prolonged fasting drains polar bears’ energy reserves, reducing their ability to reproduce and raise cubs. Without ...
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Changes in polar regions signal dire consequences for planet and humanity
Researchers monitor the activities of polar bears in the Arctic ... [KOREA POLAR RESEARCH INSTITUTE] Scientists in the Arctic and Antarctica say humans are triggering climate change, warning ...
Polar Bears’ Slick Secret: How Greasy Fur Defies the Arctic Freeze
Polar bears have a built-in defense against ice — greasy fur. A team of scientists has discovered that their fur is coated in ...