SAVING THE POLAR LANDS

WHY WE SHOULD SAVE THE POLAR LANDS

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Polar landscapes are home to a rich diversity of wildlife, both on land and
within the seas
Some polar animals have evolved to survive life in the deep cold while
others, such as birds and whales, migrate long distances each summer,
drawn by the abundant food supply or ideal nesting grounds in the Arctic
They have things that we still need to discover about and if we dont
protect them they will be gone before we find out

WHAT WWF IS DOING TO HELP

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Protecting wildlife
Climate change is altering habitats quickly, forcing animals into increasing
conflict with people in the Arctic. In Russia, WWF helped form patrols to
monitor and help protect polar bears and walruses. WWF also tracks polar
bears by satellite to determine how far and where they travel and how this
might be changing. WWF also has joined with other conservation
organizations to urge for special protection for Antarctic wildlife. In 1994,
the Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica was declared a whale
sanctuary.
Adapting to climate change
Alaska and Russia have a lot in common, from indigenous cultures and
languages to plant species, seabirds, and marine mammals such as the
polar bear, bowhead whale, and walrus. These species and the hundreds
of indigenous communities who depend on them share another trait;
centuries of tradition are being transformed by climate change. WWF
brings the U.S. and Russian counterparts together to support scientific
research, community engagement in resource management, and
conservation efforts for these species. In the Bering Strait, WWF works
with partners to identify the most effective measures possible to ensure
safe maritime shipping to coexist with community and wildlife needs
How we can help
Spread the word so more people know about this issue
Donate to help save the endangered species such as the polar bears
Involving local people
Educating more people about this problem