Polar bear
Japanese Name:
ホッキョクグマ
Romaji Name:
hokkyokuguma
Description
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The polar bear (hokkyokuguma in Japanese) is a large carnivorous bear species native to the Arctic region. Known for their distinctive white fur and powerful build, polar bears are well-adapted to survive in some of the harshest environments on Earth. They are primarily found in the icy waters and tundras surrounding the North Pole.
History
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Polar bears (Ursus maritimus) are large carnivorous bears native to the Arctic region.
Indigenous Arctic peoples have known and hunted polar bears for thousands of years, using them for food, clothing, and cultural symbolism.
European explorers first documented polar bears during Arctic expeditions in the 16th–18th centuries.
Scientific studies began in the 19th century, focusing on their biology, behavior, and adaptation to cold environments.
Polar bears have become symbols of the Arctic and are studied for conservation due to climate change and melting sea ice.
Today, polar bears are protected by international agreements and continue to be iconic wildlife species in research, education, and media.