Polar bear encounters with people are rare, but they can happen to people who live in, work in, or visit the Arctic. Here's how to stay safe.

A genetic analysis of polar bears in southeast Greenland found that genes related to heat-stress, aging, and metabolism are ...

Polar bears are uniquely adapted to survive in one of the harshest environments on Earth. These majestic animals are beautiful, and let’s face it, their cuddly cubs are undeniably adorable. But polar ...

Researchers say the findings, the first documented case of rising temperatures driving genetic change in a mammal, offer a "glimmer of hope" for the Arctic species, which is facing possible extinction ...

In the eyes of a human being, a polar bear looks white, particularly in the snowy and icy Arctic environment. This visual ...

Siddiqi said it depends on individual circumstances, but the primary benefit of participating in something like the Polar ...

The increase in bears in the town is thought to be caused by climate change. — -- Polar bears are an enduring symbol of the wild arctic, a mighty beast that has made its home in punishing ...

The cubs are about 10- to 11-months-old and are known as Cubs of the Year (COYS). According to Polar Bears International, ...