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Maritimus Collection (#5)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) shakes off water after climbing onto iceberg after swimming near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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

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

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

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

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Norway, Svalbard, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) opens mouth and displays teeth while swimming near Half Moon Island on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking along shore ice along coastline on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking on shore ice along shore on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking along basalt cliffs on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking along basalt cliffs on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking along basalt cliffs on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking along basalt cliffs on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) walking along basalt cliffs on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) sticks out tongue while walking along basalt cliffs on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) standing along shore ice along coastline on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Young Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) crouching along shoreline on basalt cliffs on summer evening Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Langoya Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) resting on basalt cliffs on summer afternoon Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Edgeoya Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) standing on basalt cliffs on Kuitsberget at dawn Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Edgeoya Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) standing on basalt cliffs on Kuitsberget at dawn Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Edgeoya Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) standing on basalt cliffs on Kuitsberget at dawn Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Edgeoya Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) standing on basalt cliffs on Kuitsberget at dawn Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Edgeoya Island, Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) standing on basalt cliffs on Kuitsberget at dawn Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) fight while feeding on carcass of dead Fin Whale floating in Sallyhammna Harbor Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) swimming in cold sea at Sallyhammna Harbor Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) fight while feeding on carcass of dead Fin Whale floating in Sallyhammna Harbor Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen Island, Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) feeding on carcass of dead Fin Whale floating in Sallyhammna Harbor 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.