Polar bears on an island off Russia's far eastern coast have taken over an abandoned research station and made themselves at ...

One might think that the polar bear would be an ideal candidate for hibernation because it has to endure such long and harsh ...

Climate change is transforming ecosystems in the far north. An international team of scientists has made some surprising discoveries.

Meet Astra, the new polar bear at Como Zoo, who brings a playful spirit while highlighting the need for conservation of these ...

The environmental organization Ontario Nature says Ontario’s Bill 5 puts the future of polar bears in the province at risk.

Polar bears are one of the most important apex predators in the Arctic. Their presence helps to keep the populations of aquatic animals, such as seals and walruses, in check. Were they not there, ...

More than a quarter of all animals, plants and fungi assessed are at risk of extinction, according to the latest IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

In 2016, a polar bear was filmed gently pawing a husky at a sanctuary in Churchill, Canada. The clip spread fast and was framed as a rare moment of peace between predator and prey. A few days later, ...

Astra, a 700-pound polar bear, has arrived at Como Park Zoo, coming from Tacoma to join Kulu and potentially help boost the U ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — The Oregon Zoo will soon say goodbye to one of its most beloved polar bears, while welcoming a new one. While the zoo didn't share an exact date, Nora the polar will move to Wisconsin ...