Polar Bear Cub Adoption Near Churchill Confirmed by Scientists

Scientists tracking polar bears in northeastern Manitoba discovered a polar bear mother with an unexpectedly adopted cub, marking the 13th recorded instance of such behavior in the western Hudson Bay subpopulation. Alysa McCall from Polar Bears International expressed a mix of emotions, noting the significance of maternal instincts in polar bears. The adoption enhances the adopted cub’s chances of survival, which is crucial as climate change impacts bear populations. Researchers hope genetic samples will provide insights into the biological mother’s fate.

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