The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is a bear native to the Arctic and Subarctic. The world's largest land carnivore, an adult male generally weighs 300–600 kg (660–1320 lb), while an adult female is about half that size.
Polar Bear at the San Diego Zoo
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