Black bear cubs take to the water easily and quickly. Or that bears mark their territory by rubbing their backs on trees. The united states, canada, russia, greenland, and norway can all boast of having a polar bear population. The further west you go, the more likely it is you could see brown, cinnamon, tan or blonde black bears. It is the continents smallest and most widely distributed bear species. Safe travel in bear country parcs canada parks canada. Facts about the black bear a picture book for kids, vol 295. Black bear, ursus americanus, also called american bear, the most common bear family ursidae, found in the forests of north america, including parts of mexico. Here are a few fun bear facts that we bearly knew before we did all this research. Black bears can run 35 miles per hour and can live for more than 25 years.
We are celebrating fifty years of berenstain bears with the best selection of books at digo. Most problem bears are young animals that are out on their own for the first time. The true story of the reallife winniethepooh find out how a reallife black bear owned by a canadian soldier serving in world war i inspired the famous childrens book. Nova scotia is a small province with few large wild areas. This rare, white bear may be the key to saving a canadian rainforest the white kermode bear of british columbia is galvanizing first nations people fighting to protect their homeland. Aggressive hunting in the early 20th century also threatened the survival of the grizzly bear. A small black bear ursus americanus looks up as it pauses from digging in fresh snow looking for food near waterton lakes, alberta. The black bear ursus americanus is the most common and widely distributed bear species in north america. However, the greater yellowstone ecosystem is one of the few areas south of canada where black bears coexist with the grizzly bears. In this should video documentary for kids we tried to gather a list of educational facts that will make the process of. They typically live in largely forested areas, but do leave forests in search. It has a strong, heavy body with an average length of 1. Italys grizzlies and the race to save the rarest bears on earth by roger thompson, save the arctic b. Grizzly bear, facts and photos national geographic.
Many of the trained bears seen in movies are provided by doug seus. Female black bears give birth to two or three blind, helpless cubs. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. The american black bear consists of only one species, but its colour varies, even among members of the same litter. Black bear fact sheet the american black bear ursus americanus, also known as the cinnamon bear, is the most common bear species native to north america. Grizzly bears are typically bigger than black bears, but female grizzlies and male black bears can weigh the same, so dont rely on size alone to tell them apart. They are typically known to live in forests but, can also be found in mountains and swamps. But the american black bear is truly north americas bear, found only in north america. Theyre one of the most awesome animals to spot in canada. The kermode bear, or spirit bear, is actually a subspecies of the american black bear primarily found in the central and north coast regions of british columbia. List of fatal bear attacks in north america wikipedia. American black bear ursus americanus also known as black bear or north american black bear species code. In fact, the biggest threat to their survival is starvation.
Oct 30, 2015 the most common and widespread bear in canada, the black bear ursus americanus is found predominantly in forests of every province and territory, with the exception of prince edward island. This bear is a relatively populous, mediumsized bear species that is native to most of north america. But you will never find them living in the southern farmlands of manitoba, saskatchewan and alberta. Theres no empty space habitat to send a captured bear because other bears live there. One of the more notable facts about this species is that they are excellent climbers, even when cubs. Bear basics the mountain national parks parks canada. They live in forests as far south as florida and northern mexico and as far north as forests grow in alaska and canada. Come for a visit in bear country with this classic first time book from stan and jan berenstain.
Join us on a wild adventure and discover this beautiful creature in our black bear facts. Black bear population in canada fur institute of canada. By the 1920s and 1930s, these bears had been reduced to less than 2 percent of their historical range. As a national park visitor, you can help protect bears and reduce the likelihood of an unpleasant bear encounter by learning more about bear behaviour. Grizzly bear national park animals for kids duration. American black bear black bears are north americas most familiar and common bears. Black bear swimming in tongass national forest, alaska. Black bears or scientifically called ursus americanus are native to north america and are most familiar and common bears. They may be called black bears, but their coat can be bluegray or blueblack, brown and even sometimes white. Jul 12, 2019 in canada, the american black bear still lives in most of its historic range, other than the central plains. Provincial, territorial, federal and international laws provide strict trade regulations to protect against unlawful trade in black bears, both within canada and internationally. The most common and widespread bear in canada, the black bear ursus americanus is found predominantly in forests of every province and territory, with the exception of prince edward island. Hibernation is their way of surviving a long winter when theres little food available.
Quick black bear facts north american bear centernorth. In the eastern third of north america, the majority of black bears are a deep black color, and about a quarter of them sport a white chest blaze. With its large population, and with more people moving into black bear territory, its important that we understand this magnificent animal. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. The short tails, ability to run on all fours and stand up, and omnivorous diets of the american black bear have often been likened to the abilities of humans. A black bear baby weighs between one half to one pound at birth. It is distinguished from other bears by the large shoulder hump that supports its massive front legs, its extremely long front claws and the concave facial profile of its large head. The black bear ursus americanus is common in parts of the united states and canada. These bears are restricted to a circumpolar region in the arctic, reaching south into northern canada and alaska. The black bear occurs throughout much of the continent, from northern canada and alaska south into mexico, from the atlantic to the pacific. Since 1937, the population of black bear has been extinct. A female grizzly bear with a freshlycaught salmon in british columbias great bear rainforest.
Facts about grizzly bears history the grizzly bear ursus arctos horribilis is a subspecies of the brown bear that originally came to north america from eurasia on the bering straight land bridge 50,000 100,000 years ago. The true story of the reallife winniethepooh history. Through fullcolor photos and fun facts sections, the author illustrates the latest research findings in an easytoread format. Contrary to popular belief, kermode bears are not albinos, nor are they related to polar bears. They mostly eat grasses, herbs and fruit, but will sometimes eat other things, including fish. The locat ions of bla c k bear wilderness fat al attacks reflect. They are strong enough to mangle cars and shred tents in search of something to eat. Bart was in 11 movies before he died, including the great outdoors, the edge, and legends of the fall.
Black bear anatomy includes a straight face and flat shoulders. Not feeding wild black bears is therefore better for both humans and bears. When theyre not living on pack ice and shorelines, polar bears swim in open water, feeding on seals and walruses. Because black bears can be found sniffing around yards in search of food from compost to fallen birdseed. Size black bears are the largest land mammal in new jersey. There may be as many as 750,000 black bears roaming the forests and mountains of the continent. One of our favourite black bear facts is that one adult is believed to have swum nine miles along the gulf of mexico. I am by all means not an expert in bears, i can count on two hands how many times ive seen them. American black bears are found in canada, mexico and north america.
The american black bear ursus americanus is a mediumsized bear native to north america. However, sightings need to be done from a safe distance. Black bears are also good swimmers, and will readily enter water in search of fish. American black bears ursus americanus are abundant in canada. The black bear s coat has lots of layers of shaggy fur, which keeps it warm in cold winter months. It has ears that are often pointed and a short tail. Discover the best childrens bear books in best sellers. American black bears are omnivores, with their diets varying greatly depending on season and location. Interesting brown bear facts documentary video for e.
Brown bears, black bears, polar bears, oh my by bryan holt february 6, 2019 bear attacks are not necessarily a ubiquitous occurrence in the wild, but they do happen. The grizzly bear is the second largest land carnivore in north america. For starters, black bears, or ursus americanus, are small. Polar bears ursus maritimus rival brown bears in size. If you ever wanted to know what bears eat, where they live, or how they hibernate, check out this video for. Fatal bear attacks in north america have occurred in a variety of settings. Facts about grizzly bears in british columbia canada. Fur color can vary from black to chocolate brown with gray combinations. Shy and secretive, the sighting of a bear is a rare treat for most virginians. Bears like grizzly bears and kodiak bears are actually subspecies of the brown bear. Adult female bears, called sows, weigh about 175 pounds. Black bear ursus americanus facts of the three bear species black, brown, and polar bears in north america, only the black bear lives in virginia.
For more information talk to parks canada visitor centre staff or check out the selection of books on bears and other wildlife at friends retail outlets in the parks. Learn about the many mysteries of the american black bear, the most common bear in the world. These bears possess a very small region of canada, and are rarely sighted by humans due to their remote territory. There have been several in th e bear s wilderness habitats involving hikers, hunters, and campers. Facts about black bears black bears can smell and hear very well. Their short claws make black bears expert tree climbers. Black bears range from canada to mexico, from new england to california. They typically live in forests and are excellent tree climbers, but are also found in mountains and swamps. This classic berenstain bears story is a perfect way to teach children about strangers and good decisionmaking.
Black bears might not be brightly colored like care bears, or able to talk like smokey the bear, but they are still pretty interesting. There is good reason that you dont see bears on leashes in public parks. Br own b ear incidents have occurred in their native range spanning alaska, northern and we stern c anada, and portions of the rocky mountains in the united states. The black bear may be tamed and taught various tricks, and it is a common performer in circuses and other animal acts. These bears also once inhabited the mountainous regions of northern mexico, but their numbers have dwindled in this region. Black bears come in more colors than any other north american mammal. Such encounters can which hurt both humans and brown bears. Black bears living in alaska that can feed extensively on salmon weigh around 30kg more. The polar bear ursus maritimus, however, is the largest bear species. Mar 06, 2020 in parks, humanhabituated bears often must be killed as they become hazardous around campsites. As bears get older, they select a particular area in which to live which they are reluctant to leave. The coat of a black bear is shaggy and usually black but it can also be dark brown, cinnamon, or yellowbrown. The american black bear is the most common bear native to north america.