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The American black bear is a medium-sized bear native to North America, found from Canada to northern Mexico. Adult males weigh 150–600 pounds; females are smaller. They typically eat plants, fruits, insects, and small mammals. Skilled climbers and swimmers, they hibernate in cold regions but may stay active in warmer areas. Generally shy, they can be dangerous if threatened or attracted to human food. Conservation has boosted their populations, and they help ecosystems by dispersing seeds and controlling insects.
The American black bear is a medium-sized bear native to North America, found from Canada to northern Mexico. Adult males weigh 150–600 pounds; females are smaller. They typically eat plants, fruits, insects, and small mammals. Skilled climbers and swimmers, they hibernate in cold regions but may stay active in warmer areas. Generally shy, they can be dangerous if threatened or attracted to human food. Conservation has boosted their populations, and they help ecosystems by dispersing seeds and controlling insects.