Polar bears feeding on sea ice, 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