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Moderate levels of contaminants are found in ringed seals (Pusa hispida) from Svalbard. Ringed seals are the polar bear’s main prey, and moderate pollutant levels in ringed seals may contribute…

It is important to monitor the extent of sea ice because it is vital for the climate in the Arctic and globally, and because it sets important limits for the ecosystems in the Arctic. The sea ice extent in…

In Svalbard, the Arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus) is a top predator and carrion eater feeding on the terrestrial and marine food chains. The Arctic fox is exposed to high levels of pollutants. Monitoring of…

The number of annual overnight stays in public accommodation in Longyearbyen shows the attraction of Svalbard as a travel destination and gives an indication of what impact the natural and cultural environment…

Traffic in Svalbard may have a negative impact on birds, mammal, vegetation and cultural sites and monuments. Individual travellers must notify the Governor of Svalbard’ office prior to trips…

The most important greenhouse gases emitted by human activity are carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), a combined group of gases called halocarbons, and nitrous oxide (N₂O). These…

The Svalbard walrus (Odobenus rosmarus) population was hunted to near extinction hundreds of years ago and remains Red Listed (Vulnerable) today. Surveys on haul-out sites show that…

Zooplankton are small organisms that follow ocean currents and essentially have their entire life cycle in the free water masses. Of these, small crustaceans such as the…

The golden redfish (Sebastes norvegicus) is classified as a threatened species. The population is small and continues to fall. Measures to improve the situation have been initiated in recent years.