*** About Polar Bears: Polar bears, known scientifically as Ursus maritimus, are large carnivores native to the Arctic Circle, encompassing the Arctic Ocean and its surrounding areas. As the largest land predator, adult males can weigh up to 600-800 kg (1,320-1,760 lb), while females are about half that size. Adapted to cold climates, they have a thick layer of body fat and dense, water-repellent fur that provides insulation. Polar bears primarily prey on seals, which they hunt from the edge of sea ice. They are excellent swimmers and can travel long distances in search of food, which is crucial as climate change reduces sea ice. Listed as vulnerable by the IUCN, the shrinking ice cover threatens their ability to find sufficient food, directly impacting their survival.

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