As the Arctic’s permafrost thaws, deadly microbes are being released, causing problems for humans and animals.

Discover Russia's rare and unique wildlife, including the only freshwater seals in the world, Arctic lemmings, and the ...

Their thick blubber layer and specialized adaptations for diving make them well-suited for life in the Arctic Ocean. Caribou/Reindeer: These migratory animals are known for their impressive ...

Arctic animals showcase nature’s incredible capacity for adaptation. These 15 creatures have developed unique physiological and anatomical features that enable them to not just survive but ...

As reindeer travel, their grazing and trampling affect vegetation patterns and nutrient cycles, shaping the Arctic landscape.

At the most northerly tip of the UK, looking north from the island of Muckle Flugga, Shetland, the cold wind whips up the sea ...

Rising temperatures in the Arctic lead to an increase in the size and population of wolf spiders, significantly impacting the ...

The herd migrates through and sometimes winters on the refuge. (Courtesy Lisa Hupp/USFWS) Not all Arctic animals are faring so well. Inland caribou populations have declined by 65% over recent ...

Not all Arctic animals are faring as well. Inland caribou populations have declined by 65% over recent decades, according to the report card. One main reason is that they're often eating less.

Arctic Report Card 2024, NOAA Climate.gov The extent of sea ice, an important habitat for many animals, has declined in ways that make today’s mostly thin and seasonal sea ice landscape ...