How Old Is That Polar Bear? The Answer Is in Its Blood. So-called “epigenetic clocks” are helping wildlife biologists estimate the ages of animals far more easily than in the past.

The results confirmed the researchers' fears. Scientists make alarming discovery after studying polar bear blood samples: 'Things are changing' first appeared on The Cool Down.

In a study that has provided clues about how polar bear disease could be linked to ice loss, scientists examined blood samples from bears in the Chukchi Sea - between Alaska and Russia.

The UK’s oldest polar bear has been put to sleep after experiencing age-related health issues, as she was praised as " a joy to all" visitors. Victoria, aged 28, had been receiving geriatric ...

News; Sci/Tech; How old is that polar bear? The answer is in its blood. Aug. 14, 2023 Updated Mon., Aug. 14, 2023 at 9:32 p.m. A polar bear carefully uses stepping stones along the shore of a ...