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Polar bears By: Isabel Whitman
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Classification and Description
Ursus maritrmus Mammal Males Females Black skin, clear fur
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Biome Arctic Edge of ice or coasts of land No fixed territory
Do not migrate
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Life Cycle Two cubs Largest carnivores Swipes paw 30-35 years
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Adaptations Strong sense Camouflage Blubber
Swims in cold, cold water -37 degrees
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Reasons for Endangered Status
Ice glaciers melting, humans Deforestation and loss of food Skins sold Numbers decreasing
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Conservation 10,000-20,000 left Breeding programs
Illegal to hunt or kill Protect earth
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Fun Facts Quick as lightning Sleeps seven or eight hours
Males try to attack cubs Clear skin, sun reflects off bears
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Resources James G. Dorherty. Polar bears. www.discover.com
Michael bright. Bears and Pandas.
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