Where do polar bears live?
Arctic regions, like Canada, Alaska, Greenland, Russia, and Norway
What color is their skin?
Black
How much can a male polar bear weigh?
Up to 800 kg or more—as much as 10 men!
What color is a polar bear’s fur?
White (transparent)
How do polar bears hunt seals?
They wait by seals’ breathing holes in the ice
Why is climate change a threat to polar bears?
Melting sea ice means less time to hunt and find food
What do polar bears mostly eat?
Fish and Seals
What is a baby polar bear called?
A cub
What is a group of polar bears called?
A pack or a sleuth—though they are usually alone
Are polar bears big or small?
Big—they are the largest land carnivores
How long do polar bear cubs stay with their mother?
About 2 years
How far can a polar bear smell a seal?
Up to 20 miles
What helps keep polar bears warm?
Thick fur or their layer of fat called blubber
Are they good swimmers?
Yes
How do polar bears use their claws?
To walk on ice and catch prey