*** About Black Bear: The Black Bear, scientifically known as Ursus americanus, is a medium-sized bear native to North America. It ranges across Canada, the United States, and into parts of Mexico. With adaptations to forested areas, the Black Bear exhibits a versatile diet that includes plants, insects, and small mammals. During fall, they consume large amounts of food to accumulate fat reserves for their winter hibernation—a time when the bears do not eat or drink but rely on stored energy. Recognizable by their typically black fur and less prominent shoulder hump compared to the grizzly bear, Black Bears are known for their ability to climb trees and are generally more reclusive and less aggressive towards humans than other bear species.:

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