Name: Asiatic Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus)
Primary Classification: Ursidae (Bears)
Location: East, Southeast and southern Asia.
Habitat: Temperate mountain forests and bushy areas.
Diet: Nuts, fruits, bamboo shoots, leaves, grasses, herbs and insects.
Size: Up to 6 ft in length and 440 lbs in weight.
Description: Black or brown in color. Distinctive white or cream %26quot;V%26quot; on chest. White coloring around lips and chin. Wide, erect ears. Small eyes. Large, robust body. Strong, muscular legs. Short tail.
Cool Facts: They share habitat with the giant panda in China, feeding on bamboo just like their more specialized cousin. They bend branches to make crude, temporary %26quot;nests%26quot; in treetops, where they feed.
Conservation Status: Vulnerable
Major Threat: Habitat loss and poaching.
What Can I Do?: Visit the World Society for the Protection of Animals and Bear Trust International for information on how you can help. 100% 3 Votes
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