Polar bears are one of the largest carnivorous land mammals on Earth, and their diet consists mainly of ringed and bearded seals.
Seal hunting is crucial for polar bears to survive in the harsh Arctic environment.
They primarily hunt seals by waiting near breathing holes in the ice or breaking into seal dens.
Polar bears also scavenge on whale carcasses and other marine mammals when available.
During summer months when sea ice melts, polar bears may resort to eating plants, berries, and bird eggs to supplement their diet.
Climate change and melting sea ice are posing a threat to polar bears’ ability to hunt for seals, leading to challenges in finding adequate food sources.
Conservation efforts are crucial to ensure the survival of these iconic Arctic predators and to protect the delicate ecosystem they are a part of.