North American Bear Center
About this resource
- Appropriate grades
- K–12
- Subjects
- science (biology and life science, environmental science)
- Special requirements
- QuickTime is required for audio portions of the site.
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“The focus of the North American Bear Center is to improve the understanding and appreciation of the North American Bears, their role in the ecosystem, and their relationship to humans through education, research and rehabilitation.”
At their website, you can report your own bear sighting or learn about bears in North America. Find out about black bears, polar bears, and grizzly bears. Browse through the images and slide shows that explore topics like how dangerous are black bears and the secret worlds of bears. You can listen to cubs nursing or calling out in distress as well as other bear sounds; learn how to look for bear signs; and get basic facts about bears that live in North America.
