Kodiak and Grizzly Bear Knowledge

The video explores the differences between Kodiak and grizzly bears, both subspecies of brown bears. Grizzly bears, known as Ursus arctos horribilis, are common in North America and are divided into coastal and inland types. They are omnivores with a varied diet and have a significant cultural impact. Kodiak bears, or Ursus arctos middendorffi, are found only on Alaska's Kodiak Island and are larger due to island gigantism. Both bear types share a common ancestry with polar bears and have adapted to their environments in unique ways.

What is the primary focus of the video regarding brown bears?

• The habitat of panda bears

• The diet of polar bears

• The similarities between all brown bear subspecies

• The differences between Kodiak and Grizzly bears

Which term is used to refer to the mainland Grizzly bear?

• Ursus arctos nelsoni

• Ursus arctos middendorffi

• Ursus arctos horribilis

• Ursus arctos californicus

What is a significant factor influencing the size of Grizzly bears?

• Access to mountains

• Access to deserts

• Access to forests

• Access to seafood

What is the primary diet classification of Grizzly bears?

• Carnivores

• Omnivores

• Herbivores

• Insectivores

How long do female Grizzly bears typically stay with their cubs?

• About 2 years

• About 1 year

• About 3 years

• About 6 months

Where are Kodiak bears exclusively found?

• Kodiak Island archipelago

• Greenland

• Mainland Canada

• Mainland United States

What is the scientific name for the Kodiak bear?

• Ursus arctos californicus

• Ursus arctos horribilis

• Ursus arctos nelsoni

• Ursus arctos middendorffi

What phenomenon contributes to the large size of Kodiak bears?

• Desert adaptation

• Forest adaptation

• Mountain adaptation

• Island gigantism

What is a key reason for the peaceful coexistence of Kodiak bears?

• Abundance of food

• Scarcity of food

• Presence of humans

• Lack of predators

How are Kodiak bears viewed in Native American cultures?

• As mythical creatures

• As pests

• As important spiritual figures

• As irrelevant animals