According to the study, the Arctic should become “ice-free” faster than expected.. As of: March 7, 2024, 8:59 a.m By: Florian Neuroth CommentsPressSplit Is ice becoming scarce in the Arctic? A study shows: The first ‘ice- free’ day comes earlier than expected and soon a whole month with almost no sea ice.

The white masses cover less and less area around the North Pole in the summer months. This has significant consequences for animals.