Ursus Maritimus Collection (#2)

Polar bears (Ursus maritimus) standing up on hind legs, barrier island outside Kaktovik, Alaska, USA. September

Polar bear, Ursus maritimus. Handcoloured steel engraving from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural
FLO4720204 Polar bear, Ursus maritimus. Handcoloured steel engraving from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches

A polar bear, Ursus maritimus. North polar ice cap, Arctic Ocean

A polar bear, Ursus maritimus. North polar ice cap, Arctic Ocean

Close-up of a polar bear, Ursus maritimus, on the North polar ice pack. Arctic Ocean

A resting polar bear, Ursus maritimus. North polar ice cap, Arctic Ocean

A polar bear, Ursus maritimus, walking the melting sea ice. North polar ice cap, Arctic Ocean

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus), Olga Strait, Svalbard, Arctic, Norway

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) cubs, age 2-3 months, in den, Wapusk National Park, Manitoba, Canada. March

Polar bears (Ursus maritimus) fighting in water. Beaufort Sea, Kaktovik, Alaska, USA. Highly commended in the Polar Passion category of the Natures Best Photography Competition 2019

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) standing on ice. Svalbard, Norway, July

Young Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) standing on hing legs, Bernard Spit, 1002 Area, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska, USA, October. Vulnerable species

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow with a pair of cubs walk on a barrier island during autumn freeze up, Bernard Spit, North Slope, Arctic coast of Alaska, September

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) female coming out the den. Wapusk National Park, Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, March

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) swimming at surface of Beaufort Sea, Alaska, USA

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow standing along snow covered Bernard Spit, off the 1002 Area, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska, USA, October. Vulnerable species

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) mother with juveniles resting on newly formed pack ice during autumn freeze up, Beaufort Sea, off Arctic coast, Alaska

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) juvenile crossing over newly forming pack ice, during autumn freeze up, Beaufort Sea, off Arctic coast, Alaska

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) curious cub stands along Bernard Spit as its mother and other cub rest in the background, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska, USA, October

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sitting on pack ice, Svalbard, Arctic Norway, vulnerable species 2010

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow plays with her spring cub outside their den in late winter, Alaska

Curious subadult Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) tagged 300-400 lb. along the Arctic coast during the autumn freeze up, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Beaufort Sea, Alaska

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow jumping while hunting for seals on sea ice, off the coast of Svalbard, Norway

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) investigating camera on pack ice off the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska, Beaufort Sea, autumn

Polar Bear {Ursus maritimus} 3 / 4-months cubs peeking over mother who has been anaesthetised
Polar Bear {Ursus maritimus} 3/4-months cubs peeking over mother who has been anaesthetised by biologists, Wapusk NP, Manitoba, Canada

Polar bear footprint in snow {Ursus maritimus} Churchill, Canada

Polar bear (Ursus martimus) footprints in snow, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, March

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) female with young, age one year and a half, resting on the ice, Wrangel island, Far East Russia

RF - Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) males fighting, Churchill, Canada, November

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus), female with two cubs, on a barrier island outside Kaktovik, Alaska, USA

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) moving around on ice floe, looking for food, Svalbard, Norway, July

Female Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) curiously checks out the photographer, standing upright on hind legs, Svalbard, Norway

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) silhouetted against setting sun, Bernard Spit, off the 1002 Area, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska, USA, October. Vulnerable species

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) portrait, female. Bernard Spit, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Two curious young Polar bears (Ursus maritimus), Barter Island, off the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska, October 2011

Portrait of Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) cub along the Bernard Spit during autumn freeze up, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska, October 2011

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) female and her two cubs on large iceberg off Baffin Island. Nunavut, Canada, August 2010

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) female and her two cubs on large iceberg off Baffin Island. Nunavut, Canada, August 2010

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) sticking tongue out, Svalbard, Norway. July

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) juvenile rolling around on newly formed pack ice, Beaufort Sea, off the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) curious cub sits up on its hind legs, paw raised, and tries to balance itself, along Bernard Spit in autumn, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow and two cubs walking on the frozen tundra along the Hudson Bay coastline Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Polar bears sparring (Ursus maritimus) on frozen tundra along the Hudson Bay Coast Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) on frozen tundra along the Hudson Bay Coast Churchill Manitoba

Polar bears sparring Ursus maritimus on frozen tundra Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

A polar bear depicted from very close distance from a zodiac in Kvitoya Island, in the remote Eastern Svalbard

Polar bear in the snow at twilight in the Canadian arctic
Polar bears in the snow, Churchill Manitoba

Polar bear (Ursus maritimes) lying down in the snow, Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
Polar bears in the snow, Churchill Manitoba

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"Captivating Moments with Ursus maritimus: The Majestic Polar Bear" A magnificent sight unfolds as a Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) gracefully walks on the Champ Island glacier, seemingly floating above the glistening sea. Playtime in the Arctic. Watch as a young Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) joyfully rolls around in freshly fallen snow, embracing its newly formed playground. Balancing act alert. Witness a young Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) standing tall and attempting to find stability in shallow waters, showcasing its determination and adaptability. Love is in the air for these adorable creatures. Behold two Polar bears adorned with pink hearts (MA1574), reminding us of their vulnerability amidst changing climates. In Wapusk National Park, marvel at a mother Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) proudly nurturing her precious triplets, symbolizing resilience and maternal love within this icy realm. Prepare to be amazed by an agile Polar bear cub (Ursus maritimus), leaping fearlessly over crystal-clear waters surrounding Spitsbergen Island in the Svalbard archipelago. Family bonds that warm our hearts. Explore Churchill, Manitoba, Canada where a proud mama Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) roams alongside her playful cubs – truly an enchanting sight. Journeying through Hudson Bay's frozen landscape lies Churchill - home to magnificent polar bears (Ursus maritimus). These awe-inspiring creatures embody the spirit of North America's wild beauty. Once again we encounter a motherly embrace between a majestic female polar bear and her triplets within Wapusk National Park – nature's reminder of strength found within unity.