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Time for a solo swim!<br> Zoos & Wildlife Parks in San Diego picture - Despite having white or cream-colored fur, the skin of a polar bear is actually black. It's thick blubber and fur insulate from the cold, and it's small ears and short tail help reduce heat loss. It's small head and long tapered body are helpful for swimming, as you can see in the photo.
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Despite having white or cream-colored fur, the skin of a polar bear is actually black. It's thick blubber and fur insulate from the cold, and it's small ears and short tail help reduce heat loss. It's small head and long tapered body are helpful for swimming, as you can see in the photo.
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