American Black Bear
Ursus americanus
- Least concern
- Card rarity: Common
- Mammals
The American black bear, or simply black bear, is a species of medium-sized bear which is endemic to North America. It is the continent's smallest and most widely distributed bear species. It is an omnivore, with a diet varying greatly depending on season and location. It primarily inhabits forested regions, but may venture beyond forest boundaries in search of food. Individuals are occasionally drawn to human settlements due to the availability of easily accessible food sources.
Classification
- Class
- Mammalia
- Order
- Carnivora
- Family
- Ursidae
- Genus
- Ursus