Grizzly Bear By: TD

Family, Genus, Species Organism Family: Urisdae Genus: Ursus Species: U. Arctos

Habitat Found in North America(Alaska) Grizzlies help the ecosystem by distributing seeds through their scat Typically roam the forest

Symbiotic They compete with wolves or other mountain lions but can always overpower any other animal

Source of Energy Bears are known for swiping fish right out of the water Their choice of fish is salmon The only animal that can take down a bear is another bear

Reproduction Females wake up in January and February to give birth to one or two cubs They mate in late may and june

Anatomy Lifespan: 20 to 25 years Height: 102 cm Hibernation Period: Brown Has a lot of fat for hibernation Mass: 544 kg Sharp claws and teeth

Reproductive Benefits They only have 2 cubs which is easier for them to handle and control

Threats and Hazards Human related deaths and habitat loss They need large secure habitats and recently have been walking the roads which are extremely dangerous to grizzlies Remaining population of grizzlies are unconnected with major towns and roadways

Threats to Others Grizzly bears can overpower just about any animal Example: Wolves will surrender their catch when they encounter a grizzly

Importance A strong population of grizzly bears results in flourishing ecosystem with a thriving flora and fauna landscape

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