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

Polar bears have a built-in defense against ice — greasy fur. A team of scientists has discovered that their fur is coated in ...

Discover the amazing properties of polar bear fur that repel ice and prevent ice buildup. Learn how their specialized hair ...

Under the sea ice during the Arctic’s pitch-black polar night, cells power photosynthesis on the lowest light levels ever ...

“Unwashed, greasy hair made it much harder for ice to stick. In contrast, when the polar bear hair was washed and the grease ...

Polar bear fur resists ice because of a natural greasy coating called sebum. This helps them move quietly while hunting.

Uninterrupted communication and data processing are essential for data exchange across vast distances. While supporting ...

Known for their endurance and adaptability in harsh climates, Arctic foxes are fascinating creatures with several unique adaptations that allow them to survive and thrive in extreme cold. One of their ...

New research from the University of St Andrews has shown that bats can tolerate coronaviruses and other viruses without ...

The ArcticCam gives the real-time view from the second floor of the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner building in Fairbanks, Alaska. The camera is looking south toward the Chena River and downtown ...

In the small Norwegian town of Bodø, located just inside the Arctic circle, the days can be short and the winters bitterly cold. It’s hardly the type of place you’d expect to find an elite ...