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Sea Bear Collection

The majestic sea bear, also known as the polar bear (Ursus maritimus), is a symbol of strength and resilience in the Arctic wilderness

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Captured Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) being readied for helicopter transport near Churchill

Captured Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus) being readied for helicopter transport near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Steller sea lion, Eumetopias jubatus (Sea bear of Steller, Otaria ursina). North America

Steller sea lion, Eumetopias jubatus (Sea bear of Steller, Otaria ursina). North America. Bull, cow and pup
FLO4989144 Steller sea lion, Eumetopias jubatus (Sea bear of Steller, Otaria ursina). North America. Bull, cow and pup. Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Steller sea lion, Eumetopias jubatus (Sea bear, Otaria ursina)

Steller sea lion, Eumetopias jubatus (Sea bear, Otaria ursina). From a specimen in the British Museum
FLO4989151 Steller sea lion, Eumetopias jubatus (Sea bear, Otaria ursina). From a specimen in the British Museum. Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Background imageSea Bear Collection: New Zealand fur seal, Arctocephalus forsteri (Sea bear of the Southern Ocean according to Forster)

New Zealand fur seal, Arctocephalus forsteri (Sea bear of the Southern Ocean according to Forster)
FLO4989159 New Zealand fur seal, Arctocephalus forsteri (Sea bear of the Southern Ocean according to Forster). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Amphibians (coloured engraving)

Amphibians (coloured engraving)
997406 Amphibians (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageSea Bear Collection: The Sea-Bear at Cremorne Gardens (engraving)

The Sea-Bear at Cremorne Gardens (engraving)
1610362 The Sea-Bear at Cremorne Gardens (engraving) by Wood, Thomas W. (fl. 1870s); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sea-Bear at Cremorne Gardens)

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) splashes through water in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska, USA

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) splashes through water in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska, USA
Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) splashes through water breaking over the beach of the Arctic Ocean in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge near Kaktovik; Alaska, United States of America

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Portrait of Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) sitting in a brush field in Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Portrait of Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) sitting in a brush field in Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
Portrait of Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) stretching its neck, sitting in a brush field next to the water; Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Young Bear Rests On The Newly Frozen Pack Ice, Beaufort Sea

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Young Bear Rests On The Newly Frozen Pack Ice, Beaufort Sea, Off The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young Bear Along Bernard Spit, A Barrier Island

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young Bear Along Bernard Spit, A Barrier Island, During Fall Freeze Up, 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Young Subadult Travels Along Snowy Bernard Spit, A Barrier Island

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Young Subadult Travels Along Snowy Bernard Spit, A Barrier Island, During Fall Freeze Up, Off The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young Boar On The Newly Frozen Pack Ice, Beaufort Sea

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young Boar On The Newly Frozen Pack Ice, Beaufort Sea, Off The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young 2 To 3-Year-Old On Newly Formed Pack Ice Along The

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus), Curious Young 2 To 3-Year-Old On Newly Formed Pack Ice Along The 1002 Area Of The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska, Beaufort Sea

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear Running On An Ice Flow In Wager Bay, Canada

Polar Bear Running On An Ice Flow In Wager Bay, Canada

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) in Churchill Wildlife Management Area, Churchill, MB Canada

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) in Churchill Wildlife Management Area, Churchill, MB Canada
Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) in Churchill Wildlife Management Area, Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar bear (Ursus Maritimus) standing with its head turned to right

Polar bear (Ursus Maritimus) standing with its head turned to right

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Ursus maritimus (polar bear). Family ursidae. Adult viewed from the side

Ursus maritimus (polar bear). Family ursidae. Adult viewed from the side

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Ungulata

Ungulata
19th century illustration depicting a major division of Mammalia known as Ungulata. This order includes all the hoofed mammals

Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother with two cubs standing on an ice terrace. WilhelmOya, Svalbard

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother with two cubs standing on an ice terrace. WilhelmOya, Svalbard
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Male Polar Bears, Ursus maritimus, engaged in ritualistic mock fighting (serious injuries are rare)

Male Polar Bears, Ursus maritimus, engaged in ritualistic mock fighting (serious injuries are rare), near Churchill
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Mother Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) with 3 month old cubs near Wapusk Park, northern Manitoba

Mother Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) with 3 month old cubs near Wapusk Park, northern Manitoba, Canada
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) on multi-year ice floes in the Barents Sea off the eastern coast of

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) on multi-year ice floes in the Barents Sea off the eastern coast of Edge ya (Edge Island)
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: A young polar bear (Ursus maritimus) leaping from floe to floe on multi-year ice floes in

A young polar bear (Ursus maritimus) leaping from floe to floe on multi-year ice floes in the Barents Sea off
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother protecting her two cubs. WilhelmOya, Svalbard

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother protecting her two cubs. WilhelmOya, Svalbard
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother with two cubs walking on sea ice. Rijpfjorden, Svalbard

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother with two cubs walking on sea ice. Rijpfjorden, Svalbard
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) on cracking sea ice. Rijpfjorden, Svalbard

Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) on cracking sea ice. Rijpfjorden, Svalbard
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Captured Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) being readied for helicopter transport near Churchill

Captured Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) being readied for helicopter transport near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) resting near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) resting near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Curious Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) inspects the photographer near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Curious Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) inspects the photographer near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Adult male Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, on frozen lake at sunset near Churchill

Adult male Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, on frozen lake at sunset near Churchill, northern Manitoba, Hudson Bay, Canada
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Male Polar Bears, Ursus maritimus, beginning to engage in ritualistic mock fighting

Male Polar Bears, Ursus maritimus, beginning to engage in ritualistic mock fighting (serious injuries are rare)
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Tranquilized Polar Bears, Ursus maritimus, being transferred by helicopter near Churchill

Tranquilized Polar Bears, Ursus maritimus, being transferred by helicopter near Churchill, northern Manitoba
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Tranquilized Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, being prepared for transfer by helicopter near

Tranquilized Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, being prepared for transfer by helicopter near Churchill, northern Manitoba
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Female Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, on fresh snow near Churchill, northern Manitoba, Hudson Bay

Female Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, on fresh snow near Churchill, northern Manitoba, Hudson Bay, Canada
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Mother Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, with COY (Cub of the Year) on fresh snow near Churchill

Mother Polar Bear, Ursus maritimus, with COY (Cub of the Year) on fresh snow near Churchill, northern Manitoba
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Background imageSea Bear Collection: Polar Bear cubs snuggled and resting on mothers body, Ursus maritimus, taiga, Churchill, Manitoba

Polar Bear cubs snuggled and resting on mothers body, Ursus maritimus, taiga, Churchill, Manitoba, Hudson Bay, Canada
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The majestic sea bear, also known as the polar bear (Ursus maritimus), is a symbol of strength and resilience in the Arctic wilderness. These captivating creatures are captured in various moments, showcasing their remarkable adaptability to their icy habitat. In Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, captured polar bears are being prepared for helicopter transport. This process ensures their safety while allowing researchers to study and protect these magnificent animals. In the same area, a portrait captures a polar bear sitting amidst a brush field, blending seamlessly with its surroundings. Moving across continents to Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, we witness the playful nature of these bears as they splash through water or rest on newly frozen pack ice. The curious young boars and subadults explore Bernard Spit during fall freeze-up, displaying their curiosity and eagerness to learn about their environment. Engravings from different eras depict both real-life amphibians and artistic interpretations of "sea-bears" at Cremorne Gardens. These engravings serve as reminders that humans have long been fascinated by these powerful creatures. Whether it's in Canada or Alaska's Beaufort Sea region, the presence of polar bears reminds us of the delicate balance between human activity and wildlife conservation efforts. As climate change threatens their icy home, it becomes crucial for us to protect these iconic species before they become mere legends engraved in history books. The sea bear represents not only an apex predator but also an ambassador for our planet's fragile ecosystems. Through continued research and conservation initiatives like those seen near Churchill or within protected areas such as the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, we can ensure that future generations will still have the privilege of witnessing these awe-inspiring creatures thriving in their natural habitats.