1. By: Miss Caldwell April 18, 2013
Polar Jackfox
By: Miss Caldwell
April 18, 2013

2. Physical Characteristics
Polar-Arctic Regions
Location
Northernmost part of the Earth
Arctic Ocean, parts of Canada, Russia, Denmark, Greenland, Norway, Alaska, Sweden, Finland, Iceland
Physical Characteristics
During the winter, it is covered in ice.
Glaciers
Permafrost
Climate
Long cold winters
Short, cool summers
During winter, the temperature easily reaches -60° C.
Average July temperatures range from -10° C to 10° C
Vegetation
Tundra
In the warmer parts of the Arctic, shrubs, willow , moss, and birch can be found.
Interesting Facts
The word Arctic comes from a Greek word meaning “near the bear”
The Arctic is home to many resources including oil and minerals.

3. More Information on Habitat

4. Animal Adaptations Polar Bears, Wolverines, Birds, Walrus, & Seals
There is a low number of species that can survive here because of the harsh coldness
In order to survive, animals need insulating feathers or fur, short legs, and are usually a larger size. All of these adaptations help the animal stay warm.

5. Polar Jack Fox

6. Evidence
The Polar Jackfox is able to survive in the Arctic because of 3 important characteristics
This species has a bushy tail that keeps it warm
Its coat turns white in the winter to help camouflage it from predators because it matches the ice/snow.
It has Polar Bear feet, which means its back paws go into the tracks of the front paws, letting it conserve energy as it travels through deep snow.

7. Citations http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arctic