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Maritimus Collection (#4)

"Maritimus: The Mighty Polar Bear of the North" In the vast and icy wilderness of the Arctic, a majestic creature roams with unparalleled grace and power

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DDE-90033954
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen. Polar bear, Ursus maritimus, adult travels along sea ice in search of seals. Date: 14/05/2009

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033952

DDE-90033952
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen. Polar bear, Ursus maritimus, adult climbs onto sea ice floating off the coast in summer. Date: 14/05/2009

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DDE-90033953
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen. Polar bear, Ursus maritimus, adult travels along sea ice in search of seals. Date: 14/05/2009

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033950

DDE-90033950
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen. Polar bear, Ursus maritimus, adult swims off the coast in summer. Date: 14/05/2009

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DDE-90033951
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen. Polar bear, Ursus maritimus, adult swims off the coast in summer. Date: 14/05/2009

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033949

DDE-90033949
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen. Polar bear, Ursus maritimus, adult travels along a rocky coast in summer. Date: 14/05/2009

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033874

DDE-90033874
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Tracks in snow from Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) on sea ice Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033862

DDE-90033862
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033865

DDE-90033865
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) swimming near face of Paierlbreen Glacier in Burgerbukta Bay Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033864

DDE-90033864
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) swimming across fjord in Burgerbukta Bay Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033863

DDE-90033863
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) yawning opens while walking on snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033860

DDE-90033860
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033861

DDE-90033861
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033858

DDE-90033858
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on snow-covered iceberg along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033859

DDE-90033859
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033857

DDE-90033857
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on iceberg while swimming along northern coastline on foggy summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033856

DDE-90033856
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking across along snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033855

DDE-90033855
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming past on snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline on summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033853

DDE-90033853
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming beside snow-covered sea ice on summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033854

DDE-90033854
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming past iceberg along northern coastline on foggy summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033852

DDE-90033852
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming along northern coastline on foggy summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033851

DDE-90033851
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming across fjord in Burgerbukta Bay Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033850

DDE-90033850
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming across fjord in Burgerbukta Bay Date: 17/07/2007

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DDE-90033849
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) sitting upright on snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033847

DDE-90033847
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) running across snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033848

DDE-90033848
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) shakes off sea water after climbing onto iceberg on summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033846

DDE-90033846
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) running across snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033845

DDE-90033845
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) resting on snow-covered sea ice on summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033843

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) resting on snow-covered iceberg along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

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DDE-90033844
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) resting on snow-covered iceberg along northern coastline on summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033841

DDE-90033841
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) leaping between snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033842

DDE-90033842
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) resting on snow-covered iceberg along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033839

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) curls up to sleep on snow-covered iceberg along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033840

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) leaping across gap in snow-covered icebergs along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033837

DDE-90033837
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) climbing snow slope after swimming across fjord in Burgerbukta Bay Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033838

DDE-90033838
Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) curls up to sleep on snow-covered iceberg along northern coastline Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033836

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) climbing onto iceberg while swimming on summer day Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) climbing onto iceberg while swimming along northern coastline on foggy summer day Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033787

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on melting iceberg near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) yawning in threat display on iceberg near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on melting iceberg near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033784

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on iceberg near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on iceberg near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033785

DDE-90033785
Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on iceberg near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

Background imageMaritimus Collection: DDE-90033783

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking around outside of trapper's cabin on Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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DDE-90033781
Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007




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"Maritimus: The Mighty Polar Bear of the North" In the vast and icy wilderness of the Arctic, a majestic creature roams with unparalleled grace and power. Meet Maritimus, also known as the polar bear (Ursus maritimus), a symbol of strength in one of Earth's harshest environments. Picture No. 11049984 captures a breathtaking scene - a Polar Bear Mother fiercely protecting her adorable cubs in the taiga region near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada. These precious moments showcase both the tender love and unwavering determination that define this remarkable species. DDE-90028237 reveals another aspect of Maritimus' story - captured polar bears being prepared for helicopter transport near Churchill. This image serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect these magnificent creatures while conducting vital research to ensure their survival. The frozen landscapes come alive in Picture No. 12479952, where Maritimus gracefully traverses across ice-covered terrain alongside its companion. In Picture No. 12479951, we witness their playful nature as they engage in an affectionate interaction amidst snowy surroundings. As we venture further north to Spitsbergen, Norway (Picture No. 11052031), Maritimus emerges against the backdrop of the Polar Ice Cap on an expeditionary quest for sustenance and survival. Date: 05-06-2018; it signifies how climate change impacts their habitat and highlights our urgent need to address environmental concerns. Marveled by their resilience and adaptability, Picture No. 11981857 showcases Maritimus navigating through treacherous waters with ease – exemplifying its innate ability to thrive even under extreme conditions. Let us not forget that behind every captivating image lies an important message about conservation efforts for this vulnerable species facing numerous challenges due to shrinking sea ice caused by global warming (Picture No.