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I’d say a polar bear. A polar bear has been known to attack and eat its own cubs, whereas a lion only kills the young from a different pride. Mercilessness and cruelty help when attacking others.

Polar bear excursions hosted in the region have also removed the wild animal's fear of humans, Mr Kidlapik alleged on Twitter, potentially resulting in more attacks on humans.