Ursus maritimus
VU Carnivore Arctic
Up to 700 kg
Weight
25–30 yrs
Lifespan
40 km/h
Top Speed
Arctic
Found In
Endemic to Arctic, the Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus ) is a carnivore species inhabiting Arctic habitats. Weighing Up to 700 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Polar Bear | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 700 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 1300% |
| Height | 160 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 17% |
| Avg Speed | 40 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 27.5 yrs | 12.5 yrs | ↑ 120% |
Endemic to Arctic
Habitat: Arctic
Found In: Arctic
Coloration: White
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 195–265 days
Offspring per Birth: 1-2
Lifespan: 25–30 years
Why It Is Vulnerable
VU Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List — one of 34 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Vulnerable Species
Ranked #7 of 34 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
| 6 | Shortfin Mako Shark | Up to 800 kg | VU |
| 7 | Polar Bear | Up to 700 kg | VU |
| 8 | Basking Shark | 400–700 kg | VU |
| 9 | Manatee | 400–590 kg | VU |
| 10 | Dugong | Up to 420 kg | VU |
Other Ursidae Species
The Ursidae family has 5 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Bear | 70–780 kg | Omnivore | LC |
| Giant Panda | 70–125 kg | Herbivore | EN |
| Spectacled Bear | 35–77 kg | Omnivore | VU |
| Sun Bear | 27–80 kg | Omnivore | VU |