Now, researchers have discovered the bears have another unexpected Arctic adaptation: greasy fur. It’s a trait that, ...

You have something in common with polar bears. Polar bears and humans produce sebum. It's an oily substance that comes from ...

(Brian Krista/Staff) Paul Schwartz of Atlanta goes up to his neck as he plunges in memory of his son, Carl Schwartz, during the 2025 Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge at Sandy Point State ...

If close-up observation is needed, you leave that to a team of specialized scientists, where bears can be tagged and monitored over a period of time, with minimal human contact. Watch the video here.

Polar bears are very beautiful, powerful creatures. But did you also know that they are incredibly playful? They just love to ...

Polar bear patties were a customer's idea. It's peppermint patties covered in black chocolate, covered in white chocolate.

When analyzing the polar bear's sebum, the scientists "found that ... the fur avoids making crackling noises so the hunters can more easily sneak up on their prey. By figuring out the proper ...

Then, at two in the morning, a crew member woke us up. He had spotted a polar ... card with all those impossible-to-get close-ups of the polar bear disappeared more than 450 feet beneath the ...

Polar bear fur contains a natural oil that prevents ice accumulation Study finds washed fur loses its ice-resistant properties, confirming the Discovery could lead to sustainable anti-icing coatings ...

In captivity, with consistent food and medical care, they can live even longer. Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming in Arctic sea close up. Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming in Arctic sea close ...

WITH PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER DAN HARRIS. CLOSE TO 30 YEARS AGO, A HANDFUL OF STATE TROOPERS DREAMT UP A WILD IDEA TO RAISE MONEY FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS MARYLAND. THEY JUMPED INTO THE ICY ...

Jim Schmutz, president and CEO of Special Olympics Maryland, says it's ideal weather for Super Plungers to jumpstart the Polar Bear Plunge. It's your time to give! Call 410-261-2300 or go to ...