Polar bear

o The largest bear in the world

o the Arctic's top predator
o symbol of the strength and endurance
o Latin name: Ursus maritimus=sea bear
o Considered talented swimmers, polar bears can sustain a pace of six
miles per hour by paddling
o They have a thick layer of body fat and a water-repellent coat that
insulates them from the cold air and water
o spend over 50% of their time hunting for food
o Their diet mainly consists of ringed and bearded seals because they need
large amounts of fat to survive
o 42 razor sharp teeth
o 30 cm wide paws
o 3 eyelids: The third helps protect the bear's eyes from the elements
o 4 inches of fat: Under the bear's skin to keep it warm
o Black skin, transparent fur, blue tongue
o Adult male polar bears weigh 350–700 kg and measure 2.4–3 meters in
length
o Adult females are roughly half the size of males and normally weigh
150–250 kg, measuring 1.8–2.4 meters in length