Killer whales, also known as orcas, have officially made the Arctic Ocean their home — something that was nearly impossible until now. Historically, thick ice sheets blocked the whales from venturing ...

Muskoxen survive in one of the harshest environments on Earth using a strategy that relies on cooperation rather than speed.

Whether your dream wildlife holiday involves tracking big cats, watching elephant families at play, seeing cetaceans breach, ...

“People often view the Arctic as pristine and isolated, but our findings show it is not immune to modern chemical pollution,” said Professor Zi-Feng Zhang, corresponding author of the study. “What's ...

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 ...

It's well known that polar bears are the top predator in the Arctic, each one killing a seal every three to five days.What ...

Beyond rising temperatures, the indirect effects of global warming, such as greater human activity in the region, add further pressure on Arctic seal populations. Melting ice has led to more shipping ...

Polar bears are one of the most important apex predators in the Arctic. Their presence helps to keep the populations of aquatic animals, such as seals and walruses, in check. Were they not there, ...