| Description |
ix, 249 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
A polar bear described -- Evolution -- Early polar bear-human interactions -- Arctic marine ecosystems -- Sea ice and habitat -- Prey -- Distribution and populations -- Hunting methods -- Polar bear behavior -- Den ecology -- From birth to death -- Threats -- Looking forward -- Appendix A. Scientific names of plants and animals -- Appendix B. Species of plants and animals eaten by polar bears. |
| Summary |
Presents an introduction to the polar bear, discussing its evolution, physical characteristics, life cycle, predatory behavior, habitat, and the threats to its existence from global warming. |
| Subject |
Polar bear.
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Polar bear. |
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Polar bear -- Behavior.
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Polar bear -- Behavior. |
| ISBN |
9781421403052 hardcover alkaline paper |
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1421403056 hardcover alkaline paper |
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