Polar Bear Extinction
Polar bear extinction is a real possibility. Scientific facts indicate that their habitat is melting faster than projected. Global warming is the main reason why. Although they can adapt to distinctive changes, specie adaptation is not possible because the pace of climate change is too great. As time passes, their population will suffer rapid decline. Some studies have information suggesting that as much as two thirds of the current population could disappear by 2050.
One by one polar bears will be eliminated from different areas they currently live. Effects are already being documented in Hudson Bay. Research information show that fewer baby polar bears are being born. Polar bear cubs are not reaching previous adult weights as the foods they eat (mostly seals) are affected.
To save them from becoming further endangered, attacks on their habitat must be addressed. Extinction will be the result if we do not act now. Some conservation organizations have suggested transplanting small populations to Antarctica where a similar life cycle can be attained instead of captivity.
One by one polar bears will be eliminated from different areas they currently live. Effects are already being documented in Hudson Bay. Research information show that fewer baby polar bears are being born. Polar bear cubs are not reaching previous adult weights as the foods they eat (mostly seals) are affected.
To save them from becoming further endangered, attacks on their habitat must be addressed. Extinction will be the result if we do not act now. Some conservation organizations have suggested transplanting small populations to Antarctica where a similar life cycle can be attained instead of captivity.
