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

As the Arctic warms and sea ice disappears, polar bears are being pushed into conditions they have never faced before. Their ...

Polar bears lose sea ice due to climate change, forcing them to fast longer and lose body fat, leading to emaciation. The ...

The Polar Bear Capital of the World sounds like a prime spot to observe the animals, and researchers who did just that came away with a stark warning. A team from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova ...

Polar bears are changing at a genetic level in response to climate change. This is what it means for the rest of the Arctic.

Rapid changes in Arctic temperatures are influencing animal reproductive behavior. A University of Alaska Fairbanks scientist published a study in the current edition of Science magazine, building on ...

Polar bears, the iconic creatures of the Arctic, have a role that extends beyond their status as apex predators. They are vital contributors to the Arctic ecosystem, providing millions of kilograms of ...

On a trip to the arctic town of Churchill, Manitoba, I joined the trend of taking trips to see threatened places and animals ...

Discover how Arctic animals survive extreme cold with special traits like thick fur, blubber and camouflage. Learn about top species mastering life below freezing.

FARGO - Many handle this cold weather by staying inside or escaping to a warmer climate. But animals who live in the Arctic don't have that option, instead they have blubber. This is an experiment to ...