Polar bears stamp catalogue

576 items

The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is considered the largest predator on land. The polar bear belongs to the bear family and is most closely related to the brown bear. The species lives in the Arctic in Europe, Asia and North America. More

The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is considered the largest predator on land. The polar bear is one of the bears and is most closely related to the brown bear. The species lives in the Arctic in Europe, Asia and North America. They are born on land, but spend much of their lives at sea. While swimming, they reach the pack ice where they catch their main prey, seals. With their good sense of smell, they discover seals in a snow cave. They are also waiting at a breathing hole or trying to sneak up on their prey. Their white fur makes them invisible. That coat is waterproof. The original inhabitants of the Arctic hunted the polar bear. All parts were used. The polar bear played a role in many old stories. Later, the polar bear was also shot by trappers. The hunting caused the polar bear to deteriorate rapidly. After the (partial) cessation of hunting, the population recovered. Today, global warming and the accumulation of harmful substances in the environment are a major threat. The polar bear is expected to continue to decline in numbers. The need for protection can be found on various stamps. In addition, we find the polar bear in the Greenland coat of arms.

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576

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Oldest item

Polar bear and aircraft (1925)