Brown Bear in natural habitat
Least Concern (varies by population)

Brown Bear

Ursus arctos

About

The brown bear is one of the largest terrestrial carnivores. They are powerful animals with a distinctive shoulder hump and are known for their hibernation habits during winter.

Habitat

Forests, mountains, and tundra of North America, Europe, and Asia

Diet

Omnivorous - berries, nuts, roots, fish, small mammals, and carrion

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Fun Facts

  • Brown bears can weigh up to 1,500 pounds (680 kg).
  • They have an excellent sense of smell, better than dogs.
  • During hibernation, their heart rate drops from 40-50 to 8-12 beats per minute.

Conservation

StatusLeast Concern (varies by population)

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