Polar bears are the largest bears on Earth and amazing swimmers — scientists have tracked them swimming for days without stopping. Their white fur is actually clear and hollow, and underneath it their skin is black to soak up the sun's warmth.
📋 Polar Bear at a glance
⚡ Superpower
A polar bear can smell a seal through 3 feet of solid ice.
🤩 Amazing Polar Bear facts
Polar bear fur isn't white — it's see-through and hollow. Their skin is black!
❓ Common questions about polar bears
How big is a polar bear?
Up to 1,300 lb (600 kg). Polar bear fur isn't white — it's see-through and hollow. Their skin is black!
Where do polar bears live?
Polar Bears live in the wild: arctic sea ice & coasts. They are wild animals and are never kept as pets.
How long do polar bears live?
Polar Bears typically live 20–25 years in the wild.
Can you keep a polar bear as a pet?
No! Polar Bears are wild animals — they belong in the wild (arctic sea ice & coasts), and keeping one would be unsafe and usually illegal. If you love animals, check out our care guides for real pets your family can have.
🎬 See polar bears in action
Watch kid-friendly videos about polar bears on YouTube.
▶ Watch Polar Bear videos on YouTube