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What is a Black Bear?

By SamK on January 03, 2024
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 Black Bear

Black Bear, commonly referred to as the American Black Bear (Ursus americanus), is a medium-sized bear native to North America. It is the continent's smallest and most widely distributed bear species. Here's a brief classification list for the American Black Bear:

Classification of the Black Bear:

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Carnivora
Family: Ursidae
Genus: Ursus
Species: U. americanus

Black Bears are omnivores, with their diets varying greatly depending on season and location. They typically live in forests but can also be found in mountains and swamps. Despite their name, black bears can have coats of several colors, including black, brown, blond, and even cinnamon.