The Arctic and Antarctic have revealed a trove of secrets to Census of Marine Life explorers, who were especially surprised to find at least 235 species live in both polar seas despite a distance of ...

From polar bears and Arctic foxes to seals and snowy owls, the Arctic supports a remarkable range of wildlife built for survival in extreme conditions. Thick fur, layered blubber, and seasonal ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. The media has long focused on the impacts of climate change on polar bears. But with Arctic temperatures rising fast (this winter saw the warmest ...

In the Arctic, winter can last for months without a single ray of sunlight, yet life there never completely stops. Beneath the ice and snow, many animals remain active through the long polar night, ...

Living off one of the richest oceans in the Arctic, the polar bears by the Chukchi Sea appear to be thriving. Females are in good health and give birth to healthy cubs. Overall, this Alaskan ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — While polar bears Konnick and Bo are thriving in the freezing temperatures and lingering snow at the Louisville Zoo, zookeepers are working diligently to keep the facility's 2,000 ...

Genetic studies show there’s still a lot to learn about cross-species mating in the Arctic. Spotting polar-grizzly bear hybrids in the wild can be tricky. This polar bear's darker face and body shape ...

With their vast, icy landscapes and long periods of darkness or daylight, the polar regions can appear pretty much the same. But they’re actually worlds apart. Polar misconceptions and myths abound, ...