Latest about Polar Bears
Why Knut the Polar Bear Died So Suddenly
Knut the polar bear, the global sensation that captured the public imagination, died of an autoimmune disorder that caused his immune system to attack his brain.
Polar Bear Awes with Record-Breaking Dive
Polar bears are known to be excellent swimmers, but new research suggests that they are also superb divers.
Only Climate Action Can Save Polar Bears
Opinion An occasional dolphin kill won't be enough to sustain polar bears as global climate continues to warm.
In Photos: Polar Bears Eat Dolphins Trapped in Ice
For the first time, scientists have reported polar bears preying on white-beaked dolphins in Svalbard. Check out these stunning photos of the bears and their dolphin meals on an icy island.
Hunting on Land Can't Help a Hungry Polar Bear
Even though some polar bears are hunting on land more often in areas hit by shrinking Arctic sea ice, a diet of bird eggs and berries can't sustain these huge animals, a new study finds.
Animal Sex: How Polar Bears Do It
Polar bear sex involves long-distance tracking, fierce battles and lengthy copulation.
Amazing Video Captures Polar Bear's Point of View
An amazing new video shows Arctic life from a polar bear's point of view.
