Top 10 Snow Animals and How They Survive the Cold

Would you have what it takes to thrive in the cold? Learn how these snow animals adapt and survive in snowy conditions and frigid environments.

By Monica Cull
Dec 1, 2023 3:30 PMDec 1, 2023 3:22 PM
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December is here and so is chilly weather. That is, if you live in a place where it does get chilly. For these 10 animals, where they live, it's always cold. They are known as chionophiles, or organisms that love and thrive in the snow.

These cold-weather animals have evolved to stay warm and well-fed even in the most frigid conditions. Find out how below!  

1. Polar Bear

Credit: (Sergey Uryadnikov/Shutterstock)

One of the most popular cold-weather animals is the polar bear. They are the largest bears in the world and are symbols of strength and perseverance in the wild. Polar bears have black skin and transparent fur. Their tongues are also blue! Their fur coats are oily to help keep excess water from penetrating the fur and making them cold.  

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