Global warming in the Arctic, artwork C016 / 6300
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Global warming in the Arctic, artwork C016 / 6300
Global warming. Conceptual artwork of a polar bear (Ursus maritimus) on a disintegrating ice floe, representing an Arctic affected by global warming. Polar bear numbers have declined during the early years of the 21st century. It is thought this is due to the effects of global warming and climate change, such as sea ice melting earlier in the season and glaciers receding. This has reduced the polar bears territories and altered local food supply patterns. Many polar bears now have to swim hundreds of miles between Arctic islands due to the absence of sea ice cover
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Media ID 9240043
© LUTZ LANGE/DETLEV VAN RAVENSWAAY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Alteration Arctic Bear Changing Climate Change Climatological Climatology Clinging Disintegrating Disintegration Earth Science Extinction Glaciology Global Warming Holding Ice Floe Melting Polar Bear Sea Ice Threat Threatened Ursus Maritimus Warming Concepts Habitat Destruction Habitat Loss
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful artwork, titled "Global warming in the Arctic" captures the devastating impact of climate change on one of Earth's most iconic species. The image features a polar bear, symbolizing the vulnerability of its entire ecosystem, standing on a disintegrating ice floe. As global temperatures rise and sea ice melts earlier each year, these majestic creatures face an uncertain future. The decline in polar bear numbers during the early years of the 21st century is believed to be directly linked to global warming and climate change. With their territories shrinking and local food supply patterns altered, many bears are forced to swim long distances between Arctic islands due to the absence of sea ice cover. In this monochrome illustration by Lutz Lange and Detlev van Ravenswaay from Science Photo Library, we witness not only a threatened animal but also an urgent call for action. The melting ice represents habitat loss and alteration caused by rising temperatures. It serves as a stark reminder that if we fail to address climate change promptly, these magnificent creatures may face extinction. Through this thought-provoking artwork, we are compelled to confront our role in shaping the destiny of our planet. It reminds us that every decision we make today has consequences for tomorrow's generations. Let us heed this wake-up call and work together towards mitigating global warming before it irreversibly alters our fragile ecosystems.
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