Polar bears might be greasier than widely believed. The bears’ greasy fur is the secret to the popular species’ survival in ...

Comparing fur samples collected from animals in Svalbard, Norway, an international team of researchers first identified that ...

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Now, researchers have discovered the bears have another unexpected Arctic adaptation: greasy fur. It’s a trait that, ...

“Unwashed, greasy hair made it much harder for ice to stick. In contrast, when the polar bear hair was washed and the grease ...

Discover the amazing properties of polar bear fur that repel ice and prevent ice buildup. Learn how their specialized hair ...

An international team of scientists has discovered the anti-icing secret of polar bear fur – something that allows one of the planet’s most iconic animals to survive and thrive in one of its most ...

Scientists have found that sebum is what allows polar bears to stay insulated and thrive in some of Earth’s most punishing ...

Polar bear fur resists ice because of a natural greasy coating called sebum. This helps them move quietly while hunting.