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Arctic Tale is a 2007 American documentary film from the National Geographic Society about the life cycle of a walrus and her calf, and a polar bear and her cubs, in a similar vein to the 2005 hit production March of the Penguins, which was adapted for an English-language release by National Geographic.
The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is a large bear native to the Arctic and nearby areas. It is closely related to the brown bear, and the two species can interbreed.The polar bear is the largest extant species of bear and land carnivore, with adult males weighing 300–800 kg (660–1,760 lb).
Gynaephora groenlandica, the Arctic woolly bear moth, is an erebid moth native to the High Arctic in the Canadian archipelago, Greenland and Wrangel Island in Russia. [ 2 ] [ 4 ] It is known for its slow rate of development, as its full caterpillar life cycle may extend up to 7 years, with moulting occurring each spring. [ 5 ]
Polar bear fur is not actually white, but rather clear and hollow, the better to insulate them in icy waters and help them stay afloat. When exposed to the sun, these tubular hairs yellow slightly.
Viewing figures for the 1997 programmes peaked at 9.5 million, for Polar Bear: The Arctic Warrior. Although the animals featured in the specials are frequent documentary subjects, the Wildlife Specials incorporate the latest filming techniques and scientific research to present the creatures in a new light, as described in the examples below:
A bear's instinct is to chase prey and polar bears can run at 25mph (40kmph). Key advice: Be vigilant and aware of your surroundings. Don't walk alone at night.
In December 2010, a documentary called The Bear Family and Me aired on the BBC. It showed the year which Buchanan spent with black bears in the U.S. state of Minnesota. In January 2013, Buchanan presented and partially filmed The Polar Bear Family & Me for the BBC, covering the life of a polar bear and her cubs in the spring, summer, and autumn ...
Squeaky the Mouse helps Simpson with his slow problem, which changes his life. 9: Win-Stanley the Sloth: Win-Stanley has a long journey without even making a move. 10: Polar Bear: Little Polar Bear does not like the cold and wants to make a journey. 11: Billy the Giraffe: Billy is proud and snooty about his tallness, until he gets a sore throat ...