🌏What is ARCTIC?🌏

The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of Earth’s oceans, located around the North Pole and bordered by Eurasia and North America. It is mostly covered by sea ice, which varies in extent depending on the season, and plays a crucial role in regulating global climate by reflecting sunlight and influencing ocean currents.

Despite its icy environment, the Arctic Ocean supports unique ecosystems, with iconic species such as polar bears, seals, walruses, and whales. It also serves as a critical habitat for migratory birds. The ocean is surrounded by Indigenous communities, whose traditional lifestyles are deeply connected to its natural environment.

The Arctic Ocean is becoming increasingly significant due to climate change, as melting ice opens up new shipping routes and access to untapped natural resources, including oil and gas. However, this also raises environmental concerns about the impact of human activity on its fragile ecosystems. International cooperation is key to managing this unique and rapidly changing region responsibly.