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  • December 17, 2025

Polar bear mom adopts cub during migration

A polar bear mom emerged from her den with one cub, but was later seen in Churchill, Manitoba, with two. Researchers say she likely adopted an abandoned cub, only the 13th case observed in 45 years.

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