Plight Of The Polar Bears
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Plight of the Polar Bears
Overview
Amid the buzz surrounding Al Gore's Nobel Prize-winning efforts, there's renewed focus on the challenges facing polar bears due to global warming. These majestic predators, perfectly adapted to the harsh Arctic environment, face an uncertain future. It would be devastating to see them confined to zoos or worse.
The Threat to Polar Bears
I was fortunate enough to witness a polar bear family in the wild?"a mother and her two cubs?"while on a Russian icebreaker. Seeing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat was awe-inspiring. Polar bears rely on sea ice as hunting grounds where they prey on seals, which form dens and breathing holes on the ice. As marine mammals, polar bears are not adept at hunting on land.
Unprecedented Changes
Recent reports indicate polar bears are venturing into northern boreal forests in Alaska, mating with grizzly bears to create hybrids. Although not entirely new, this behavior is becoming more frequent. Biologists worry that interbreeding might dilute crucial polar bear adaptations, such as their ability to navigate vast distances and their aquatic skills.
The Impact of Global Warming
Arctic studies reveal that while sea ice has historically fluctuated, recent years have seen an alarming decline in ice coverage and glacier retreat. Whether called global warming or not, the need to embrace “green” initiatives is critical to preserve the Arctic’s unique ecosystem.
Call to Action
Writing about polar bears won’t make a difference without spurring action. Here are some resources to help our Arctic allies:
- Polar Bear Status Update: [Humane Society](http://www.hsus.org/marine_mammals/a_closer_look_at_marine_mammals/polar_bears/saving_acts_for_the_polar.html)
- Track Polar Bears: [WWF](http://www.panda.org/about_wwf/where_we_work/europe/what_we_do/arctic/polar_bear/index.cfm)
- Visit Their Habitat: [Natural Habitat Adventures](http://www.nathab.com/north)
- Get Involved: [Defenders of Wildlife](http://www.defenders.org/programs_and_policy/wildlife_conservation/imperiled_species/polar_bear/index.php)
How You Can Help
Reducing your carbon footprint is the best way to aid polar bears. Consider biking to work, installing solar panels, or simply turning off lights when not in use. Every small action contributes to a larger impact in the fight against global warming.
By helping preserve the Arctic, we ensure that wild places remain untouched and polar bears continue to thrive in their natural habitat.
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