7. Loss of Traditional Hunting Grounds
Modernization and climate change have restricted traditional Inuit hunting grounds, threatening food security and cultural heritage. The melting ice also endangers the wildlife critical to their survival. For instance, as sea ice diminishes, polar bears spend more time on land, increasing human-bear encounters and posing safety concerns. Additionally, the loss of sea ice affects the distribution and availability of marine mammals, complicating traditional hunting practices (arcticwwf.org).
