mammal
Polar bear
Ursus maritimus
Arctic sea ice
Sea ice loss from climate change is the primary long-term threat to polar bear populations.
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arctic
Arctic
Polar ecosystems shaped by permafrost, sea ice, and extreme seasonality. Norway's Lofoten and Iceland's glacial coastlines offer gateway access to Arctic marine life.
Where It Exists
Wildlife
Environmental Challenges
Sea ice loss
Permafrost thaw
Shipping traffic increase
Conservation
Seabird cliff closures during breeding and seasonal fishing quotas protect Arctic coastal species.
Environmental Topics
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