polar bear (Ursus maritimus)

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:species
gptkbp:adaptation thick layer of blubber
water-repellent fur
large paws for swimming
gptkbp:class gptkb:Mammalia
gptkbp:commonName gptkb:deer
gptkbp:conservationStatus Vulnerable
gptkbp:diet gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:ecologicalRole apex predator
gptkbp:family gptkb:Ursidae
gptkbp:firstDescribed gptkb:Constantine_John_Phipps
1774
gptkbp:furColor white
gptkbp:gestationPeriod about 8 months
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:Arctic
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label polar bear (Ursus maritimus)
gptkbp:hybridOf gptkb:deer
pizzly bear
gptkbp:IUCNStatus Vulnerable
gptkbp:kingdom gptkb:Animalia
gptkbp:length 2.4-3 meters (adult)
gptkbp:lifespan 20-25 years
gptkbp:nativeTo gptkb:Arctic_Ocean
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:Greenland
gptkb:Norway
gptkb:Russia
gptkb:United_States_(Alaska)
gptkbp:nocturnal no
gptkbp:notableFeature sharp claws
black skin under fur
strong sense of smell
gptkbp:order gptkb:Carnivora
gptkbp:phylum gptkb:Chordata
gptkbp:populationEstimate 22,000-31,000 (as of 2023)
gptkbp:predators seals
yes
gptkbp:protectedBy gptkb:Marine_Mammal_Protection_Act_(USA)
gptkb:Agreement_on_the_Conservation_of_Polar_Bears
gptkbp:reproduction gives birth to 1-3 cubs
gptkbp:scientificName gptkb:Ursus_maritimus
gptkbp:solitary yes
gptkbp:swimmingAbility excellent swimmer
gptkbp:symbol Arctic wildlife
gptkbp:threats climate change
habitat loss
pollution
gptkbp:weight 150-300 kg (adult female)
350-700 kg (adult male)
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:P.L.S._Müller
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8