Impact of Urbanization on Black Bears

Black bears in North America are thriving due to reduced hunting and the emergence of new growth forests, which provide ideal habitats. As a result, their population has doubled compared to 500 years ago. The video explores how some species benefit from environmental changes while others do not.

What are the two main reasons for the improved conditions for black bears in America?

• Introduction of new predators and diseases

• Climate change and urban expansion

• Hunters' change in perception and new growth forests

• Increased hunting and deforestation

How has urbanization affected black bear habitats?

• It has destroyed their natural habitats

• It has led to the creation of ideal habitats

• It has introduced new predators

• It has caused a decrease in their population

What has been the impact of new growth forests on black bears?

• They have provided perfect habitats for black bears

• They have increased competition among black bears

• They have become less suitable for black bears

• They have led to a decrease in food supply

How has the black bear population changed since the arrival of European colonists?

• It has doubled

• It has become extinct

• It has remained the same

• It has decreased significantly

What does the increase in black bear population illustrate about species adaptation?

• Species adaptation is unrelated to human activity

• Species cannot adapt to human changes

• Some species thrive due to human-induced changes

• All species decline with human expansion