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Can Polar Bears Swim? [Yes – Here’s How Far and Fast]

Polar bears are arctic animals that live in the northernmost parts of the world. They spend winter on the sea ice and eat a diet of seals, whales, walrus, and…

Are Polar Bears Omnivore or Carnivore? What Do They Eat?

Most bear species are omnivores, living off a diet of both animals and plants. But, what about those that live in the arctic tundra where plants are few and far…

Arctic Tundra vs Alpine Tundra [7 Similarities and Differences]

A tundra is a cold region that does not warm above 10°C during summer. When we think of tundra, the arctic tundra is usually the first thing that comes to…

Where is the Arctic? [4 Ways to Define it]

We’re all familiar with the extreme conditions of the snow-covered Arctic and most of us know that it’s found at the north pole. But defining the actual boundary of the…

Is the Arctic a Desert or Tundra? [Both – Here’s Why]

There are widely considered to be 5 types of biome; aquatic, grassland, forest, desert, and tundra. But when it comes to the arctic, it has the vegetation of a tundra…

Is the Arctic a Continent? What Countries Are There?

The Arctic sits at the northernmost part of the world from the north pole and extending south. It’s at the opposite end of the world to Antarctica which is one…

How Big is Antarctica? Does it Change Size in Winter?

Antarctica is the southernmost continent that sits over the south pole. A typical world map doesn’t show Antarctica in full so it can be difficult to visualize its size. So,…

Arctic vs Antarctica [12 Key Similarities and Differences]

At a first glance, the snow-covered poles that sit at the top and bottom of our planet might seem quite similar. However, there are many differences between the Arctic and…

How Big is an Arctic Fox? How Much Do They Weigh?

Most people are familiar with the incredible arctic fox and its thick white fur coat, but as they live in the tundra, the majority of people have never got the…

How Fast Can an Arctic Fox Run?

Arctic foxes rely on their camouflage as the main way of avoiding their predators and catching prey. However, once they have been spotted, they’ll need to work hard to avoid…