Polar bears may be adapting to survive warmer climates thanks to their ‘jumping genes’
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Euronews.com
18 órája
Polar bears are experiencing significant genetic changes to adapt to climate change, which is causing severe food scarcity and isolation. A study from the University of East Anglia shows that rising temperatures have increased the activity of 'jumping genes', aiding their adaptation. Despite these findings offering hope, researchers warn that polar bears remain at high risk of extinction, emphasizing the need for urgent conservation efforts. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)