Ursus maritimus
The largest land carnivore, with huge furred paws built for ice and swimming.
Up to 12 in across. Five toes, small claw marks. Enormous rounded outline. Fur between pads softens the print. Found only on Arctic ice and coast.
Sea ice, Arctic coastline. Arctic Circle — Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Russia, Norway.
Active any hour
Seals, carrion
Polar bear fur is hollow and clear — it only looks white.
Should I be concerned?
Extremely dangerous. Never travel in polar bear range without a local guide.