Belching Bear | National Geographic

How do scientists make sure a wild bear is safe to study?

• They shout loudly to scare it away.

• They give it a special dart to make it sleep.

• They build a strong cage around it.

• They offer it food to make friends.

What is the main purpose of putting a special camera collar on the bear?

• To make the bear look fancy.

• To help the bear find its way home.

• To watch what the bear does and eats.

• To make the bear run faster.

What foods did the camera show the bear eating in the forest?

• Fish and honey.

• Devil's club berries, skunk cabbage, blueberries, and grasses.

• Small birds and insects.

• Tree bark and leaves.

Why are bears often found near streams and rivers at certain times of the year?

• They like to swim for fun.

• They are looking for a place to sleep.

• They are hunting for salmon.

• They want to drink fresh water.