Polar bears are more than hunters as their leftovers feed many Arctic animals, forming a vital food web threatened by melting ...
A study identifies that at least eleven species of vertebrates benefit from this carrion, including Arctic foxes and ravens.
It's estimated that polar bears leave behind around 7.6 million kilos of their prey annually, creating a "massive and vital" ...
Polar bears, the iconic creatures of the Arctic, have a role that extends beyond their status as apex predators. They are ...
Many of nature’s apex predators guard their dinner from scavengers until they’ve gobbled up every last morsel and licked the ...
When it comes to Arctic apex predators, the polar bear is the first animal that typically comes to mind. It’s a top predator, feasting on seals and occasionally other sea mammals. Its hunting skills ...
A new study shows how much food polar bears leave behind — and how their decline threatens scavengers across the Arctic.