Bear - Wikipedia
WEBModern bears comprise eight species in three subfamilies: Ailuropodinae (monotypic with the giant panda), Tremarctinae (monotypic with the spectacled bear), and Ursinae (containing six species divided into one to three genera, depending on the authority).
Bear | Types, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
WEB5 days ago · Bear, any of eight species of large short-tailed carnivores found in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The sun bear is the smallest, often weighing less than 50 kg (110 pounds). The largest bear, and the largest land carnivore, is either the polar bear or the Kodiak bear; either can weigh up to 720 kg (1,600 pounds).
Black bear | Size, Weight, Habitat, Diet, & Facts | Britannica
WEBAug 17, 2024 · black bear, (Ursus americanus), the most common bear (family Ursidae), found in the forests of North America, including parts of northern Mexico. The American black bear consists of only one species and 16 subspecies. Its colour varies, however, even among members of the same litter.
American black bear - Wikipedia
WEBThe American black bear (Ursus americanus), also known as the black bear, is a species of medium-sized bear endemic to North America. It is the continent's smallest and most widely distributed bear species. It is an omnivore, with a diet varying greatly depending on …
Grizzly bear | Weight, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
WEBAug 21, 2024 · Grizzly bear, common name for a brown bear belonging to the subspecies Ursus arctos horribilis. It is a massive animal with humped shoulders and an elevated forehead. The fur is brownish to buff, and the hairs are usually silver- or pale-tipped to give the grizzled effect for which it is named.
Bears, facts and information - National Geographic
WEBBears are some of nature's greatest beasts. Learn about the eight species of bears, what they eat, how many cubs they birth, and if they actually consume honey. Bears are large, stocky animals...
Bear Facts: Habitat, Behavior, Diet - ThoughtCo
WEBDec 13, 2019 · Fast Facts: Bears. Scientific Name: Ursus spp. Common Names: Bear, panda. Basic Animal Group: Mammal. Size (length): Sun bear: 4–5 feet; brown bear: 5–10 feet. Weight: Sun bear: 60–150 pounds; brown …
Grizzly bear, facts and photos - National Geographic
WEBThe grizzly bear is a North American subspecies of the brown bear. Grizzlies are typically brown, though their fur can appear to be white-tipped, or grizzled, lending them their name.
Brown Bear - National Geographic
WEBThe awe-inspiring brown bear lives in the forests and mountains of northern North America, Europe, and Asia. It is the most widely distributed bear in the world. The world's largest brown...
Brown Bear | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
WEBFormerly hunted for its hides, meat, and as a big game trophy, the brown bear’s most severe threats are currently habitat destruction and hunting. Learn more about what WWF is doing to protect its future, and how you can help.