An expert tells how polar bears are suffering from warming temperatures

In the 1980s, the area had about 1.2 thousand individuals, whereas today there are 800 left. There has also been a decrease in the number of cubs, whereas previously there were many cases of ‘triplets’.

As the ice melts, polar bears spend more time on land, up to 3-4 weeks. During this time, they do not have access to their usual prey, the seals, and thus to the high-calorie fats they need for survival. Staying on land, polar bears lose up to a kilo of weight per day. It is particularly difficult for pregnant females that come ashore in June and July.