Understanding Bears

Which of the following is NOT a species of bear?

• Koala bear

• Sun bear

• Moon bear

• Brown bear

Where were bears once found but went extinct in the 1870s?

• South America

• Europe

• North America

• Northern Africa

What is the primary characteristic of a bear's claws?

• They are retractable

• They are always visible

• They are short

• They are soft

How fast can bears run?

• 45 miles per hour

• 35 miles per hour

• 25 miles per hour

• 15 miles per hour

What is a unique feature of bear hibernation?

• They do not wake to eat or drink

• They migrate to warmer areas

• They wake up to eat

• Their heart rate increases

What is the typical lifespan of a bear in the wild?

• 25 years

• 15 years

• 30 years

• 10 years

Which bear species is known to eat almost exclusively plants?

• Brown bear

• Giant panda

• Sun bear

• Polar bear

What do bears primarily rely on for their diet?

• Only fish

• Only meat

• Only plants

• Both meat and plants

What is a major threat to bear populations today?

• Increased hunting

• Loss of habitat

• Natural predators

• Climate change

Which two bear species are not considered vulnerable to extinction?

• Asian black bear and spectacled bear

• Giant panda and sloth bear

• Polar bear and sun bear

• Brown bear and American black bear