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About How Locals Protect Against Polar Bear Attacks

'Risk Takers' Series 2, Episode 6: In the remote Canadian town of Churchill, Manitoba, the residents don't just lock their doors for burglars—they lock them for Polar Bears. Known as the "Polar Bear Capital of the World," this town sits directly on an ancient migration path where nature's deadliest land predators outnumber the local residents Licensed to Little Dot Studios. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

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Title
How Locals Protect Against Polar Bear Attacks
Category
Society
Runtime
50 minutes
Language
English
Publisher
Wonder

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