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A Baby bear is called a cub. Cubs are born blind and covered with fine hair and female bears can give 1 to 5 cubs at the same time. However, 3 is an average value. Bears belong to the Ursidae family and are mammals. They are mostly found in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.

The grizzly bear (Ursus arctos ssp.) is an extensive subspecies of brown bear occupying North America. Researchers mostly don't utilize the name grizzly bear however call it the North American brown bear. Different morphological forms now and again perceived as subspecies exist, including the territory grizzly (Ursus arctos horribilis), Kodiak bear (U. a. middendorffi), peninsular grizzly (U. a. gyas), and the as of late terminated California grizzly (U. a. californicus†) and Mexican grizzly bear (U. a. nelsoni†). By and large bears close to the drift have a tendency to be bigger while inland grizzlies have a tendency to be littler. Albeit variable in color from blond to almost dark, grizzly bear fur is regularly brown with darker legs and usually white or blond tipped fur on the flank and back.

The grizzly bear has an articulated shoulder hump, which the black bear needs. It likewise has a curved or "dished" facial profile, littler ears and considerably bigger claws than the black bear. Black bears have a flatter, "Roman-nose" profile, bigger ears, no noticeable shoulder hump and littler claws. For example, they are more probable than black bears to shield themselves when undermined. A black bear's first line of safeguard is withdraw, yet grizzlies, particularly sows with whelps, can be exceptionally forceful towards different bears and individuals they see as threats. Grizzly bears and brown bears are similar species (Ursus arctos), yet grizzly bears are as of now thought to be a different subspecies (U. a. horribilis). Because of a couple of morphological contrasts, Kodiak bears are likewise thought to be an unmistakable subspecies of brown bear

There was a time when people thought that panda bears may be more closely related to the raccoon probably because of their appearance. Through the researches that are done by professionals, they have finalized that panda bears are closer to bears. There are different bear species that are available and these bear species can be found in various places of the world. Pandas are known to be cute. In fact, some people consider Pandas to be their favorite animal. Take note that the population of Pandas has declined over the past years. It is best if people would pay more attention to taking care of nature so that Pandas will be able to live comfortably in the years to come.

Pandas are very easily recognized by their large black patches over its eyes, ears and middle of their body. Giant pandas are native to China, although they can be found in some zoos around the world. Prior to 2016, the giant panda was on the endangered list, but panda numbers have been on the rise that has now removed them from the endangered list and now classify as “vulnerable”. A full grown panda can weigh up to 350 pounds and measure around 4 to 6 feet long. Although the diet of a panda consists mostly of eating bamboo, the panda has a digestive system of a carnivore.

Bears usually eat a variety of plants, berries, and insects on a daily basis. Contrary to popular belief, they are not blood-thirsty carnivores. Bears are omnivores, meaning they eat both meat and plants. They are usually an apex predator, at the top of the food chain in their environment. Because of this, they rarely have to hunt or forage for food, and are simply able to steal food from smaller animals. During the winter, bears don't eat anything. They spend the fall months storing up as much fat as possible for the winter months. Then during the winter, they hibernate the duration of winter. In the spring, they wake up very hungry and immediately begin foraging for food again.

Baby bears are called cubs. Gestation typically lasts 6–9 months, including delayed implantation, and litter size numbers up to four cubs. Giant pandas may give birth to twins but they can only suckle one young and the other is left to die. In northern living species, birth takes place during winter dormancy. Cubs are born blind and helpless with at most a thin layer of hair, relying on their mother for warmth. The milk of the female bear is rich in fat and antibodies and cubs may suckle for up to a year after they are born. By 2–3 months, cubs can follow their mother outside the den. They usually follow her on foot, but sloth bear cubs may ride on their mother's back.

The panda bear, also known as the Giant Panda, is indigenous to Central China. They are mostly located in Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu. The giant panda has black and white fur. Pandas are technically omnivores. They eat grasses, wild tubers, and birds, such as rodents, birds, and carrions. However, a giant panda’s diet is over 99% bamboo. Giant pandas are a very vulnerable species. The majority of them are living in captivity. The number of pandas living in the wild is unknown. Most estimates show about 1,500 pandas living. However, some estimates show as many as 2,000-3,000 pandas living freely in the wild. Fortunately, the number of pandas (overall) seems to be on the rise. Their population is up about 16.8% in 2016.

Chief Standing Bear was part of the Ponca tribe. He was born about 1829 in the traditional Ponca homeland which is located but the Niobrara and Missouri rivers. In 1877, the federal government (which had previously purchased the native land) decided to move the Ponca tribe to Indian Territory. Chief Standing Bear was one of those who protested the decision. When Chief Standing Bear’s son died, he promised to grant his son’s last dying wish to be buried along side his ancestors on their native land. Chief Standing Bear became a renegade when he left the reservation without permission from the federal government. Chief Standing Bear died in 1908 and was allowed to reburied alongside his ancestors and son on the original Ponca land.

The Australian animal that is called a bear is not a bear is but a koala. They are called koala bears, tree bears or monkey bears by English-speaking settlers in the late 18th century only because they have bear-like features and behavior. They are mammals with the scientific name phascolarctos cinerus because they are pouched animals with grey coat and furry ears and they feed on eucalyptus leaves and barks. Koalas have unique characteristics that make them stand out from other animals such as: 1. They can live without drinking water if not necessary, because the water they get from the leaves they eat are sufficient enough for them. 2. They can eat eucalyptus leaves which are poisonous to most of the animals in the ecosystem as they have teeth that can grind these leaves into a fine paste. They can also digest the poisonous oil from eucalyptus because they have a special blend of bacteria in their digest tract.

If a grizzly bear attacks you, it is essential to maintain your composure and not make any precipitous movements and avoid making direct eye contact with the bear; it is a sign of aggression. Instead, show the bear you are submissive by backing away slowly and speaking to it in a calm, monotone voice, which helps the bear to feel less threatened. However, if the bear continues to come toward you, then use bear spray, which is a canister of pepper spray. It is designed to repel and frighten the bear. The bear spray is a last resort and guns are not recommended because most national parks ban the use of firearms.

Polar bears are related to brown bears and are possibly the largest land carnivores in the world. Among all bears, polar bears are unique for two reasons. They are almost entirely carnivorous, and they spend the majority of their life in water. Polar Bears are born on land; however, they spend most of their lives at sea. Polar Bears are the largest member of the bear family. Ursus Maritimus is the bear's scientific name, and it means sea bear. The polar bears' ancestors went through a series of evolutionary changes to survive the Arctic. Research shows that after brown bears and polar bears separated, there were periods where they had contact.