The scientific name for a polar bear is “Ursus maritimus”. “Ursus” means “bear” and “maritime” means of the ocean.
This magnificant animal is found mostly within the arctic circle and the arctic sea, and is the largest land carnivore. It is classified as a vulnerable species and some of the populations are declining. The most significant difficulty for it is the melting of the sea ice it needs to hunt.
Here are a few great photos of polar bears . . .
A tiny baby polar bear shelters in the warmth and security of its mother’s embrace.
Polar bear cubs shelter in their mothers embrace, safe from the cold and the dangers of their frozen wilderness.
A lone polar bear is silhouetted against the glorious Arctic sunset, travelling tirelessly accross the vast distances if the desolate Arctic wilderness.
Battle!! Two polar bears prepare to fight. Two powerful adversaries ready to battle each other for dominance.
More great polar bear photos can be found at our Blog Post Polar bear pictures.
What fabulous photos – the Mum and baby pics are just adorable