Circumpolar Arctic

The Circumpolar Arctic refers to the region surrounding the North Pole, encompassing parts of countries like Canada, Russia, the United States (Alaska), Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark (Greenland), and Iceland. This area experiences polar conditions with extremely cold temperatures, long, dark winters, and short summers with continuous daylight. It is characterized by Arctic Ocean ice, tundra, and unique ecosystems with specialized wildlife such as polar bears and Arctic foxes. The term highlights the area’s geographic position around the Arctic Circle, playing a crucial role in global climate, ocean currents, and environmental changes.