American Black Bear
Ursus americanus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Carnivora · Ursidae
About
The American black bear, or simply black bear, is a species of medium-sized bear which is 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 season and location. It typically lives in largely forested areas; it will leave forests in search of food and is sometimes attracted to human communities due to the immediate availability of food.
Fun Fact
American black bears are not always black — they come in brown, cinnamon, blonde, and even white ('Kermode' or spirit bears), and the white morph occurs in up to 20% of some coastal British Columbia populations.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Temperate forests
Diet
Omnivore
Lifespan
18-25 years
Threats
- Illegal Logging
- Habitat Fragmentation