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What are Black Bears Seasonal Eating Habits?

Posted by Bear World on Jun 21, 2022 in Blog | Comments Off on What are Black Bears Seasonal Eating Habits?

Black Bears are predatory omnivores with digestive systems that are more like those of omnivores than carnivores. With their lengthy digestive system, black bears can process more vegetation than other carnivores, making black bears the most efficient carnivorous animals. Bears lack cecum and cannot fully digest plant structures, unlike ruminants. To compensate for their inability to digest cellulose, bears prioritize the quality of the vegetal food they eat by hunting...

Are Bears Carnivores Herbivores or Omnivores

Posted by Bear World on May 11, 2022 in Blog | Comments Off on Are Bears Carnivores Herbivores or Omnivores

Bears are fascinating animals that inhabit different parts of the world; for example, giant pandas are native to the forest in the mountains of Southwest China, while polar bears occupy the Arctic Circle of the North Pole. They have varying diets based on the available food sources; sometimes, the physiology of a bear also dictates the food it eats. Below, we examine the food habits of grizzly bears during different times of the year. You will also get the answer to the...

How Aggressive are Grizzly Bears?

Posted by Bear World on Apr 18, 2022 in Blog | Comments Off on How Aggressive are Grizzly Bears?

Not all bears are considered dangerous, but the ones you should avoid are the grizzlies. Their enormous sizes and muscular physiques are enough to send shivers down your spine. What might concern you is- how aggressive are grizzly bears? Can they attack and kill you? Read on to get the answers to your questions. Grizzly bears- Identification Ursus arctos horribilis is the scientific name for grizzly bears. By nature, they are omnivores, meaning they can eat both plant...

Black Bears What Do They Eat?

Posted by Bear World on Mar 16, 2022 in Blog | Comments Off on Black Bears What Do They Eat?

Black bears belong among the largest mammals, weighing between 200 and 600 pounds. They can live up to 20 years with a proper diet. Despite being dubbed “black bears,” they can have blue-black, brown, cinnamon, and blue-gray hues. Unlike their aggressive cousins, the grizzly bears, black bears are harmless but won’t give a second thought when provoked. The American bear’s natural habitat is in the forest because they are excellent climbers but...

Where Do Bears Originate From?

Posted by Bear World on Feb 11, 2022 in Blog | Comments Off on Where Do Bears Originate From?

Bears are some of the most influential animals in the world. They can be found everywhere from Canada to Russia and even live outside North America in places like Mexico and Costa Rica. Bears are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. Still, their diet is primarily made up of plant life when it’s available because they have a slower metabolism than other animals. But where did these giant creatures come from in the first place? Let’s find...

Polar Bear Vs. Grizzly Bear

Posted by Bear World on Dec 21, 2021 in Blog | Comments Off on Polar Bear Vs. Grizzly Bear

The Polar bear – also known as Ursus maritimus – is the largest terrestrial carnivore, whereas the Grizzly bear – the North American brown bear – is the second largest terrestrial flesh-eating mammal. These animals are closely related and have quite the same strength and size. They are powerful enough to take down enormous prey. But which of these two bears would win in a fight? How are the two alike? How are they different? Let’s compare bears. Bear Evolution...

What Is the Oldest Grizzly Bear in Yellowstone Ever Recorded?

Posted by Bear World on Oct 21, 2021 in Blog | Comments Off on What Is the Oldest Grizzly Bear in Yellowstone Ever Recorded?

In the southwest of Wyoming, scientists found one of the oldest grizzly bears ever – aged 34 years old. They easily spotted him through a distinct mark on his lip that was made by biologists back in 1989. Due to the fact that most of the animals in the Yellowstone region are completely unmarked by scientists, there is no evidence that there are other older grizzly bears than this one. In this post, we learn more about the oldest grizzly bear in Yellowstone. Background...

How Effective Is Bear Spray?

Posted by Bear World on Sep 21, 2021 in Blog | Comments Off on How Effective Is Bear Spray?

Bear spray is a deterrent used during wildlife viewing in the event a hiker encounters a charging bear. Over the years, there has been debate over whether it is the best approach to dealing with a bear or if gunfire is more effective. In this post, we look at the efficacy of bear spray in protecting you from an attack on your next visit to bear country. How Does Bear Spray Affect Bears? Bear spray is by far the most effective and safe way to deter a charging bear. This...

Remarkable Moment Captured: Brown Bear Walks Past Tourists

Posted by Bear World on Aug 23, 2021 in Blog | Comments Off on Remarkable Moment Captured: Brown Bear Walks Past Tourists

A remarkable video showcasing wildlife’s strength and power was captured by a tourist visiting Alaska some days ago. The bunch got to experience what most would consider a nightmare after coming in close contact with a brown bear that happened to be roaming in the area. The viral video shocked millions globally, with some people having encountered bears stating that even they had never been within such a close distance. Staying still and calm during the incident...

What Does Bear Poop Look Like?

Posted by Bear World on Jul 26, 2021 in Blog | Comments Off on What Does Bear Poop Look Like?

Black bear scat normally smells like a slightly fermented version of whatever the bear ate. If its diet primarily consists of strawberries, acorns, or nuts, the smell will be relatively pleasant compared to if the bear mainly eats meat. But besides the smell, what does bear poop look like? Being able to identify bear scat can alert you to any bears in the area the next time you’re in bear country. Black Bear Scat Black bear scat is commonly found at the base of...