What is 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.
