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Interesting Facts About Yellowstone Super Volcano

Posted by Bear World on Dec 16, 2019 in Blog | Comments Off on Interesting Facts About Yellowstone Super Volcano

The Yellowstone super volcano is located in Yellowstone National Park. Also known as a caldera, the super volcano is situated in the northwestern part of Wyoming. However, it also extends into the eastern part of Idaho. The Yellowstone caldera was discovered by Bob Christiansen from the US Geological Survey via geological field work in the 1960s and 1970s. The smoldering Yellowstone super...

How Long Do Bears Live?

Posted by Bear World on Jun 10, 2019 in Blog | Comments Off on How Long Do Bears Live?

Bear Species There are eight bear species in the world. Although most of them are omnivorous, their diets are mostly vegetarian. In the wild, bears can live up to 25 years of age, though older bears have been documented. Most bears however don’t reach old age because of human activity like hunting and habitat encroachment. North American Black Bear The North American Black Bear is the most...

How Long Do Bears Hibernate?

Posted by Bear World on Apr 16, 2019 in Blog | Comments Off on How Long Do Bears Hibernate?

What is Hibernation? Hibernation is when animals (or plants) spend the winter in a dormant state. They spend several weeks or months sleeping, and this state of inactivity helps them to conserve energy. Hibernation is characterized by slow breathing, a slow heart rate, low body temperatures, and a low metabolic rate. Typically, animals hibernate to cope with months that are low in food...

Why Bears are Important to the Environment

Posted by Bear World on Mar 14, 2019 in Blog | Comments Off on Why Bears are Important to the Environment

What comes to mind when you think of bears? Probably mean, wild creatures that roam the forested mountains and like to sleep a lot. Did you know that these creatures are of the paramount essence to the environment? Sit tight while I shed some insights on the importance of bears. Why are Bears Important to the Environment? For years, many people have tried to understand the peculiarity...

Interesting Facts About Bears You Have Probably Never Heard About

Posted by Bear World on Feb 19, 2019 in Blog | Comments Off on Interesting Facts About Bears You Have Probably Never Heard About

Bears may be one of the most interesting animals to mankind. They have captivated our mental faculties for years, and some people even use bears to help with overcoming mental illnesses, such as trauma or for natural therapeutic relief. This interesting fact is just a sample of many interesting things about bears that few have realized, and our team of bear experts at Yellowstone Bear World has...

What You Should Know about the Weather in Yellowstone throughout the Year

Posted by Bear World on Feb 1, 2019 in Blog | Comments Off on What You Should Know about the Weather in Yellowstone throughout the Year

For those planning vacation in Yellowstone, understanding the dynamic Yellowstone weather patterns may help you plan the best time to visit and vacation at Yellowstone. Each season in the national park creates its own unique and adventurous feel, be it spring, winter, fall or summer. The ever-changing Yellowstone weather is incredible to witness, from the silver glean of newly fallen snow in the...