Polar bears have always held my fascination as a kid. I loved looking through wildlife photography that captured moments in action, like polar bears swimming in deep waters or trekking across the snowy Arctic. The polar bear was always a magical creature to me. However, the polar bear is listed as a vulnerable species , indicating that the animal is up against many threats. At first, I wondered how polar bears could be at risk of being endangered. Given their presence in popular culture, including their representation as the face of Coca Cola, I thought there would be more awareness towards protecting polar bears. But after learning about threats towards their survival, I realized that it may not be as simple like I originally thought. Polar bears play an essential role in Indigenous culture and traditions, having been linked to Indigenous ways of living for millennia . The selling of polar bear hides is financially beneficial for local people , providing a substantial amou...