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Harp Seal

The playful Harp Seal resides in the Arctic and North Atlantic Oceans. Harp Seals are able to swim in waters that are below freezing temperatures. Harp seals are able to slow down their hearts to conserve oxygen and remain under water longer. Unfortunately, they are prey to Polar Bears, Killer Whales, and even large sharks. 


Hotel Kaesong

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Snowshoe Hare

Native to North America, the Snowshoe Hare has fur that changes color with the seasons. Their large fury feet allow them to walk in thick snow without sinking. You will regret learning this, but the Snowshoe Hare has the ability to digest its own feces. This ability is known as coprophagy. 

Denali National Park and Preserve

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Arctic Fox

This fox can be found in the Arctic regions of Asia, Europe, and North America. During the summer months, its fur will change to a gray or brown color enabling it to blend with the season. The Arctic Fox can withstand temperatures as low as -94° F (-70° C). 

Eric Kilby

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Emperor Penguin

Residing in Antarctica, the Emperor Penguin is the largest species of penguin in the world. This penguin can dive as deep as 1,640 feet (500 meters). The female will leave for several months in search of food. During this time, the male will incubate the egg for up to two months, relying on nothing but its fat reserves. 


Christopher Michel

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Collared Lemming

This puffball is found in the northern regions of North America and Eurasia. The Collared Lemming  has a dense coat that changes colors depending on the season. During the winter the coat will become completely white. Their paws have fur on the bottom of them just like little UGGs.


Sebastian Moser

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Ermine

The Ermine or Stoat, changes between brown and white depending on the season. Much like a legged-worm, they are great at climbing and digging. One well known attribute about the Ermine is its incredible energy levels. It is seriously one rambunctious critter.


USFWS Mountain Prairie 

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