The polar bear is the world's largest carnivore, roaming the Arctic Ocean and its surrounding seas. Find out more about these magnificent animals including the best places to see them, such as Churchill, Canada, and when to go.
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Canada, Alaska & The Arctic
Polar bear in Churchill, next to Hudson Bay in Canada's Manitoba.
One of the most thrilling sights in the Arctic is to see Ursus Maritimus, the world’s largest bear, in its native environment. There are a number of places to see polar bears in the wild, your first sighting will be one of those you-and-nature moments you will never forget.
Indeed, at first it doesn't even matter that the bear might be a long way away as the excitement of seeing one is enough. However, visit say, Churchill in Canada (also know as the 'polar bear capital of the world') and the bears will come to you!
Their physical characteristics, hunting habits, diet plus more.
A map of the best places to begin a polar bear spotting trip.
A slideshow of some of the best images of polar bears.