National Polar Bear Day

On February 27th, we're focusing on conservation efforts and learning more about the regal polar bear on National Polar Bear Day, also known as International Polar Bear Day.

Polar bears can reach a height of 9 feet tall and a weight of 1400 pounds. They paddle as they swim using their large, barely webbed front paws. Some polar bears swim hundreds of miles from land as they are excellent swimmers. However, some of the distance may have been covered by ice sheets.

Polar bears have a layer of fat under their thick coat of insulating fur, which helps them live in cooler climates.

Some organizations use this day to raise concerns of the decreasing number of polar bears worldwide. polar bears are also declining in number. These graceful animals are threatened by global warming and the resulting loss of their natural habitat, according to many. Groups from around the world come together to find ways to make a difference and spread word to others.

How to celebrate #nationalpolarbearday

Learn more about the polar bear, its habitat, and how it lives
Watch a documentary. Watch a video Try these: Try these: Try these:
Sarah Robertson and Adam Ravetch's Arctic Tale, directed by Sarah Robertson and Adam Ravetch (2007)
The White Planet is based on Jean-Louis Étienne's Narration and directed by Thierry Piantanida (2006)
In Ice Walker's Journey Through the Fragile Arctic by James Raffan, learn about polar bears
Polar bear research and conservation are aided by polar bear research and conservation
To post on social media, use the hashtag #NationalPolarBearDay.

History of national polar bear day has influenced national polar bear day

Each year, Polar Bears International sponsors National Polar Bear Day. Since at least 2011, they have been commemorating the day.

Polar bear FAQ

Is polar bears white?

A. The skin of a polar bear is actually black. Its thick, insulating fur is transparent. Its thick, insulating fur is translucent.

Q. Where do polar bears live?

A. Polar bears cover a wide area of North America. Their homes in the Arctic spans from Russia, across Norway, Greenland, Canada, and some parts of Alaska.

Q. What is a polar bear hybrid?

A. Some polar bears and grizzly bears have bred, resulting in the breeding of a hybrid bear. They are often referred to as grolar and pizzly bears, as well as grolar and pizzly bears.