The Tundra
Is the Arctic Circle located North or South of the equator?
North
What color is a Polar Bears fur?
It is translucent.
What are baby Harp Seals called?
Pups.
What does the word coat mean?
Fur
How much can a male Walrus weigh?
3,000 pounds
How would you describe the land of the Arctic Tundra?
Flat and dry (no trees)
What does the hollow fur help the Polar Bear do?
Float
What keeps the Harp Seals warm in the Arctic?
Blubber
How do the Arctic Foxes tail help them survive in the Arctic?
They wrap their tail around their face like a scarf.
Where do Walruses live?
Both land and water.
What is the average temperature in the winter?
30 degrees below 0
What is on the bottom of the Polar Bears paw that helps them walk on icy surfaces?
Little bumps.
Where do Harp Seals give birth?
On land
What is another adaptation of the Arctic Fox?
They can camouflage.
What are their long teeth called?
Tusks
Why can't trees grow in the Arctic?
Permafrost...the soil is always frozen
What do Polar Bears rely on that helps them find food?
Strong sense of smell.
What do Harp Seals eat?
Fish and krill
What color is the Arctic Fox in the summer?
brown
What do Walruses whiskers help them do?
Feel for food on the ocean floor.
Why does the sun not set for 2 months during Summer?
The Earth is tilted toward the sun during these months.
On average, what do Polar Bears weigh?
1,000 pounds.
How long can Harp Seals swim under water?
Up to 30 minutes because they can slow down their heart rate so that they use less oxygen
What do they have on their feet that allows them to walk on icy surfaces?
A thick layer of hair.
What do Walruses use their tusks for?
Pull themselves out of the water and defend against predators.