Polar Bear Was Put on Display in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1733

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Jan 182024
 

Polar Bear and Cub

Polar bear was put on display in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1733. Idea: Children could discuss why this would be a very big event for that time period. Carnivores, polar bears are becoming rare. Today scientists estimate 20,000 to 25,000 polar bears exist. Experts believe that by 2050 that number will be cut in half. Children can learn more about polar bears and see some great photos at: Polar Bear. Interesting coincidence – Raymond Briggs, born on January 18th, wrote a book in 1994 about a polar bear called The Bear. It was made into a short animated video.

International Polar Bear Day

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Feb 272024
 

Polar Bear Sow and Cub

International Polar Bear Day is today. The day was established by the organization Polar Bears International to raise awareness of the problems polar bears are facing today. Global warming is reducing polar sea ice and thus reducing their habitat. The organization encourages people to lower their thermostats in winter and raise their thermostats in summer.

The polar bear is classified as a marine mammal because it spends so much time in ocean waters. However, it easily navigates on land and ice. It is carnivorous, preying primarily on seals. However, they will eat land mammals, birds, and eggs.

Polar Bears International chose February 27 as the day to celebrate the animals because mothers and babies are safe in their dens.