Polar bear on sea ice, it's prime habitat, Svalbard
More than any other animal, the polar bear, Ursus maritimus, is recognized as the symbol of the Arctic. With white fur and a sub-skin blubber providing insulation, the polar bear has adapted to live in severe cold conditions. The polar bear finds the majority of its prey on the sea ice – mostly seals.
Year: 2011
From album: Polar Bears in Svalbard and Melting Sea Ice
Photographer: Peter Prokosch