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Denver Zoo Celebrates International Polar Bear Day

DENVER (CBS4)- The Denver Zoo celebrated International Polar Bear Day with a special treat for its featured wildlife.

The polar bears were outside enjoying the frigid winter temperatures that most closely resemble their native habitat.

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The Denver Zoo polar bears celebrate International Polar Bear Day (credit: CBS)

On Friday the bears were treated to a special ice sculpture thanks to the zookeepers.

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The polar bears were treated to a special ice sculpture to celebrate International Polar Bear Day (credit: CBS)

The purpose of International Polar Bear Day is to educate zoo visitors and others about the challenges polar bears face as climate change makes a major impact on their livelihood.

LINK: Denver Zoo

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