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A Beloved Alpha Polar Bear Near the End of His Life

Saint Pete, as he's known by locals in nearby Churchill, Manitoba, is an elderly polar bear who's been visiting the town for decades. Possibly 25 years or older, Pete is now deteriorating physically but continues to hunt for food.

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