Defenders in Alaska
Polar Bear, © Paul Nicklen / National Geographic Stock

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Polar Bear, © William Bonilla
Habitat Conservation
For all its unique beauty, the Arctic Refuge is under assault. The oil industry and its political allies continue to launch attacks to open this national treasure to destructive oil and gas drilling, while climate change threatens to disrupt its habitats faster than wildlife can adapt.
Gray Wolf, © James Brandenburg / National Geographic  Stock
Fact Sheet
The wolf is the largest member of the canine family. Gray wolves range in color from grizzled gray or black to all-white. As the ancestor of the domestic dog, the gray wolf resembles German shepherds or malamutes.
Arctic Fox, © Jeffrey Kerby
Fact Sheet
With a coat that changes color and thick fur even on their paws, Arctic foxes are well adapted to their habitat’s extreme cold.