Polar Bears'' Evolving Struggle: Disease Risks on a Melting Arctic
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Polar Bears’ Evolving Struggle: Disease Risks on a Melting Arctic Climate change is exacerbating the survival challenges for polar bears, not only by diminishing their sea ice hunting grounds but also by increasing their exposure to potentially harmful pathogens. As the Arctic warms at an alarming rate, these iconic predators are facing a multitude of threats that could have far-reaching consequences for their long-term existence.
The Double-Edged Sword of a Warming Arctic Polar bears, the majestic inhabitants of the Arctic, are intricately tied to the sea ice that covers the region’s waters.