Greasy hair gives polar bears fur with anti-icing properties
An international team of scientists has discovered the anti-icing secret of polar bear fur—something that allows one of the ...
Polar bear fur could hold the secret to replacing ‘forever chemicals’
Now, researchers have discovered the bears have another unexpected Arctic adaptation: greasy fur. It’s a trait that, ...
How do polar bears keep ice off their fur? Grease.
“Unwashed, greasy hair made it much harder for ice to stick. In contrast, when the polar bear hair was washed and the grease ...
Polar Bears’ Slick Secret: How Greasy Fur Defies the Arctic Freeze
Polar bears have a built-in defense against ice — greasy fur. A team of scientists has discovered that their fur is coated in ...
New Scientist on MSN14h
How polar bears stop ice from freezing on their fur
Indigenous peoples of the Arctic traditionally use polar bear fur for its ice-resistant properties, but the science behind ...
WBAL12h
Polar Bear Plunge coming to Chesapeake Bay in support of Special Olympics
If the Super Plungers braved the cold waters of the Chesapeake Bay for 24 plunges in 24 hours over the weekend, you can do it ...
Wild Encounters on MSN9h
Brilliant Polar Bears Clash In Fierce Hudson Bay Battle
"ZooEarthTV brings you incredible animal interactions, amazing wildlife moments, and stunning travel destinations from around the world. Discover the beauty of nature and explore world wonders with on ...