Asiatic Black Bear Did you see this animal?
Scientific Name : Ursus thibetanus
Family : Ursidae
Order : Carnivora
Class : Mammalia
Phylum : Chordata
Other Name : Himalayan Black Bear, Moon Bear, Tibetan Black Bear.
Habitat : Forest, Savanna, Shrubland, Grassland
Description : Asiatic black bears are medium-sized bears, with males typically larger than females. They can weigh between 100-440 pounds (45-200 kg) and can grow up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length.
Their fur is black, and they have a distinctive white or cream-colored V-shaped marking on their chest. They have short, rounded ears, and their snout is longer than that of other bear species.
The Asiatic black bear is an omnivore and eats a variety of foods, including fruits, berries, nuts, insects, small mammals, and occasionally larger prey, such as deer or wild boar.
Asiatic black bears can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, mountainous areas, and grasslands. They prefer areas with dense vegetation and access to water.
These bears are generally solitary and mainly active during the night. They are good climbers and can climb trees to escape danger or to search for food. They can also be aggressive when they feel threatened or when their cubs are in danger.
Asiatic black bears are considered a vulnerable species due to habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these bears and their habitats.
Their fur is black, and they have a distinctive white or cream-colored V-shaped marking on their chest. They have short, rounded ears, and their snout is longer than that of other bear species.
The Asiatic black bear is an omnivore and eats a variety of foods, including fruits, berries, nuts, insects, small mammals, and occasionally larger prey, such as deer or wild boar.
Asiatic black bears can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, mountainous areas, and grasslands. They prefer areas with dense vegetation and access to water.
These bears are generally solitary and mainly active during the night. They are good climbers and can climb trees to escape danger or to search for food. They can also be aggressive when they feel threatened or when their cubs are in danger.
Asiatic black bears are considered a vulnerable species due to habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these bears and their habitats.
Distribution in Bangladesh
Other Species from Group
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description written by:Asad U. Tanvir,Department of Zoology,Jagannath University,Dhaka; reviewed by:Muntasir Akash,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka;Taxonomic Checklist:Red List of Bangladesh Volume 2: Mammals, 2015, IUCN; information sources:iucnredlist.org, Khan 2018 (Photographic guide to the wildlife of Bangladesh), photo credit:Dr. Raju Kasambe (www.inaturalist.org/people/elisooker), photo copyright: iNaturalist.more information please contact with us.
description written by:Asad U. Tanvir,Department of Zoology,Jagannath University,Dhaka; reviewed by:Muntasir Akash,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka;Taxonomic Checklist:Red List of Bangladesh Volume 2: Mammals, 2015, IUCN; information sources:iucnredlist.org, Khan 2018 (Photographic guide to the wildlife of Bangladesh), photo credit:Dr. Raju Kasambe (www.inaturalist.org/people/elisooker), photo copyright: iNaturalist.more information please contact with us.