Least Concern (Some populations threatened)
Grizzly Bear
Ursus arctos horribilis
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About
The grizzly bear is a subspecies of brown bear found in North America. They are powerful animals with a distinctive shoulder hump and can be identified by their silver-tipped fur, which gives them a 'grizzled' appearance. Grizzly bears are apex predators and play an important role in their ecosystems.
Habitat
Forests, mountains, and tundra of North America
Diet
Omnivorous - berries, nuts, roots, fish, small mammals, and carrion
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Fun Facts
- Grizzly bears can run at speeds up to 35 mph (56 km/h) for short distances.
- They have a sense of smell that is seven times better than a bloodhound's.
- Grizzly bears hibernate for 5-7 months each year, during which they do not eat, drink, urinate, or defecate.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern (Some populations threatened)
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