Arctic Ocean Collection (#9)

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), Beaufort Sea, Alaska, a polar bear is reflected in calm waters

Brooks Range, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), Alaska, a short-tailed weasel darts among rock talus while hunting for voles during an early winter snowstorm in the arctic

A female polar bear walks along the edge of the Beaufort Sea ice pack, in ANWR, Northern Alaska

A yearling polar bear cub plays in the snow on the edge of the Beaufort Sea, in ANWR, Northern Alaska

A polar bear walks across thin ice on the frozen surface of the Beaufort Sea on the coast of ANWR, northern Alaska

A female polar bear stands on a snow covered beach at sunset, on the coast of ANWR, northern Alaska

A female polar bear and her two cubs sit together on the ice, on the Beaufort Sea coastline in ANWR, Northern Alaska

A curious young polar bear plays in the snow on the edge of the Beaufort Sea Ice, in ANWR, Northern Alaska

A yearling polar bear cub lays in the snow during a snowstorm on, the Beaufort Sea coastline, in ANWR, Northern Alaska

Curtains of colored northern lights (aurora borealis) dance in the night sky over the arctic tundra on the coastal plain of ANWR at midnight on September 15, 2008

A polar bear sits on the frozen surface of the Beaufort Sea while hunting for prey

Shimmering curtains of green Aurora borealis dance in the southern sky over a lagoon of the Beaufort Sea at 11:30 PM on the night of October 4, 2007

The moon shines down on the Arctic Ocean as curtains of green Aurora Borealis dance overhead, off the coast of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge at 12:30 AM on September 17, 2006

Curtains of Aurora Borealis are reflected in a perfectly calm Arctic Ocean, dotted with icebergs on the night of September 18, 2006

Curtains of green Aurora Borealis dance over the iceberg dotted surface of the Beaufort Sea at sunset off the coast of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, at 1:30 AM on September 7, 2006

The Big Dipper hangs over curtains of green Aurora Borealis dancing over the iceberg dotted surface of the Beaufort Sea with sunset light

Arctic Ocean, Norway, Svalbard. Glacier and ocean. Credit as: Bill Young / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Arctic Ocean, Norway, Svalbard. Resting polar bear. Credit as: Bill Young / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Arctic Ocean, Norway, Svalbard. Calving glacier. Credit as: Bill Young / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Arctic Ocean, Norway, Svalbard. Portrait of walrus. Credit as: Bill Young / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Arctic Ocean, Norway, Svalbard. Polar bear jumping. Credit as: Bill Young / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Spring sea ice breakup along Northwest Passage, Nunavut, Canada
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Historical Map of Dutch Navigators Artic Expedition
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Illustration of Historical Map of Dutch Navigators Arctic Expedition. Copyright has expired on this artwork. Digitally restored

North America 1852 Map

Wave worn Icebergs
Antique illustration of a Wave worn Icebergs

North America
Antique illustration of a North America

On The Edge
Polar bear resting on the edge of an ice floe north of Svalbard in the afternoon light

Casting A Long Shadow
Polar bear casts a long shadow on the ice in the late afternoon light

Jumping
Polar bear jumps from one ice floe to the next. Arctic Ocean, north of Svalbard

Wet Feet
Polar bear exiting the water as it moves from ice floe to ice floe

Sleeping At The Edge
Polar bear sleeping at the edge of an ice floe north of Svalbard

Ice Floe Edge
Split level image of the edge of a floating ice floe in the Arctic ocean north of Svalbard

Rights for the Ice
Two polar bears fight over a seal carcass in the Svalbard Archipelago

Arctic Ocean, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

White rainbow over the ice, Arctic Ocean, Arctic, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Arctic Ocean, Arctic, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Satellite view of the North Pole
June 30, 2011 - Satellite view of the Arctic north pole. The polar ice cap appears blue-white, while the ice covering land appears bright white

Solitary iceberg in the sea with a soft cloudy sky in the background

Planet Earth showing sea ice coverage in 1980
Sea ice coverage in 1980. Multi-year ice is shown in bright white, while average sea ice cover is shown in light blue to milky white

Cylindrical equidistant projection of visualization showing clouds across the world
January 2, 2009 - Cylindrical equidistant projection of visualization showing clouds across the world

View over Greenland and the Arctic Ocean
Operation Ice Bridge is a six-year campaign of annual flights to each of Earths polar regions. The first flights in March and April carried researchers over Greenland and the Arctic Ocean

Satellite view of Northwest Canada
June 10, 2010 - Satellite view of the Western Canadian Arctic a few days after perpetual sunlight commenced for the entire region. in a moment of transformation

Two killer whales swim near an iceberg in the Arctic Ocean

Satellite view of the Ob and Yenisei rivers as they carry sediments into the Kara Sea
June 29, 2012 - Satellite view of the Ob and Yenisei rivers as they transport tan sediments and dark brown dissolved organic material into the Kara Sea

Satellite view of large and powerful cyclone churning over the Arctic
August 7, 2012 - Satellite view of an unusually large, long-lasting, and powerful cyclone churning over the Arctic. Two smaller systems merged on August 5 to form the storm

A strong storm lingering in the center of the Arctic Ocean
August 7, 2012 - An unusually strong storm formed off the coast of Alaska, and tracked into the center of the Arctic Ocean, where it lingered for several days

Narrative of the Arctic Land Expedition to the mouth of the Great Fish River, and along the shores of the Arctic Ocean, in the years 1833, 1834, and 1835, 19th century engraving

Reindeer trip in Northern Siberia a voyage from Kara Sea to the Obi 1889. The Kara Sea, Karskoye more, is part of the Arctic Ocean

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"Exploring the Arctic Ocean: Unveiling the Mysteries of a Polar Wonderland" Embarking on a cartographic journey through the vastness of the Arctic Ocean, where maps come alive with icy wonders and untamed beauty. In this realm untouched by human presence, nature reigns supreme. At the heart of it all lies the North Pole, an enigmatic point that captivates explorers and scientists alike. With its polar equal area projection, this region unveils secrets hidden beneath layers of ice and snow. Diving into these frigid waters, we encounter fascinating creatures like the Greenland shark adorned with parasitic copepods - a testament to nature's intricate web of life. Majestic beluga whales grace our path in Kareliya's White Sea while narwhals enchant us with their mythical tusks in Canada's Arctic expanse. A playful young polar bear rolls around on freshly formed snow, reminding us of resilience amidst harsh conditions. Witnessing these incredible sights from afar is an Atlantic halibut portrait captured near Norway's Saltstraumen - showcasing diversity even in seemingly desolate depths. As September arrives, Baffin Bay becomes home to drifting icebergs where polar bears find solace atop frozen platforms. The chilling winds whisper tales passed down through generations as Dutch ships once braved these treacherous waters during 1600s expeditions. In this remote corner of our planet known for its arctic chill, we are humbled by Mother Nature's grandeur and reminded that there is still much left to explore and protect. Let us cherish this fragile ecosystem so future generations can also witness the awe-inspiring wonders that lie within the Arctic Ocean's embrace.