Black Bear - 273529

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Despite its impressive stature, the North American black bear is actually the continent's smallest bear species. The black bear is the most common bear species worldwide, and due t o its close proximity to urban areas, the most frequently sighted and interacted with by humans. History: Bears are a prominent symbol in American history and folklore. The Navajo prayed to the black bear, and believed that it was the strongest of all the bears. Scientific Name: Ursus Americanus Characteristics: Black bears in the eastern regions of North America typically have black fur, while those in the western regions usually have brown, reddish-brown, blonde or even white fur. This black bear toy figurine is as beautifully hand painted as it is scientifically accurate. Size: 4.5 inches long, 2.5 tall, this black bear toy model is about the size of a soda can on its side. Show more