Polar Bears: A Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behavior
- ISBN-10
- 1421403056
- ISBN-13
- 9781421403052
- Series
- Polar Bears
- Category
- Science
- Pages
- 249
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2012-03-08
- Publisher
- JHU Press
- Author
- Andrew E. Derocher
Description
Presents an introduction to the polar bear, discussing its evolution, physical characteristics, life cycle, predatory behavior, habitat, and the threats to its existence from global warming.
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