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bear does something very
intelligent and eliminates this

problem. It covers its nose with
its white forepaws. Totally hidden

in the snow, it awaits its prey's
approach.

This point deserves particular attention because for a polar
bear to employ hunting tactics it must be intelligent. Think for a

moment: the polar bear is aware that its white colour is a perfect
match for the environment in which it lives. Moreover, it is wise

enough to realise that it needs to cover its black nose, the only
obstacle to its camouflage. As you can also imagine, it is unlikely
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that the polar bear would have found this tactic after a few