The polar bear is a hypercarnivorous bear whose native range lies largely within the Arctic Circle, encompassing the Arctic Ocean, its surrounding seas and surrounding land masses. It is the largest extant bear species, as well as the largest extant land carnivore. 


Eats

Conservation statusVulnerable (Population decreasing) 

Speed40 km/h (Maximum, Adult, Sprint)

Scientific nameUrsus maritimus

OrderCarnivora

Mass450 kg (Male, Beaufort Sea population, Mature), 150 – 250 kg (Female, Adult)

Height1.8 – 2.4 m (Female, Adult, On hind legs), 1.3 m (Male, Adult, At Shoulder)

POLAR BEARS