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Polar Bears on Thin Ice, Arctic Expedition Finds
An expedition to the islands of Svalbard, Norway, to study how warming temperatures and melting sea ice are impacting Europe's westernmost polar bear population concluded on Monday (April 21).
Polar Bear Caught on Camera with Eerie Musk Ox Horn (Photo)
In the blue light of the Russian Arctic, scientists captured a rare photo of a polar bear approaching a musk ox carcass Thursday (March 27).
In Images: Polar Bears on Google Street View
The panoramic images give a glimpse into the life of these elusive arctic beasts, which are under threat from a changing climate.
New Research Reveals How Polar Bears Stay Warm
Findings could also explain why they're invisible to night-vision goggles.
Polar Bears Hunt on Land as Ice Shrinks
As climate change has shortened the hunting season on sea ice, polar bears have shifted to eating more land-based foods such as geese, eggs and caribou.
In Images: Polar Bears' Shifting Diet
As climate change has shortened the hunting season on sea ice, polar bears have shifted to eating more land-based foods such as geese, eggs and caribou.
