Etymology The English word "bear" comes from Old English bera and belongs to a family of names for the bear in Germanic languages, such as Swedish björn, also used as a first name.

Oct 26, 2025 · Bear, any of eight species of large short-tailed carnivores found in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The sun bear is the smallest, often weighing less than 50 kg (110 pounds).

They can be as small as four feet long and about 60 pounds (the sun bear) to as big as eight feet long and more than a thousand pounds (the polar bear). They’re found throughout North …

or plural bear : any of a family of large heavy mammals that have long shaggy hair and small tails and feed largely on fruit, plants, and insects as well as on flesh

From the small and adorable sun bear, to the massive and majestic polar bear – species of the bear family are found on almost every continent on Earth.

The American black bear is the most common bear species in North America, ranging from Alaska down to Mexico. They are usually black or dark brown in color, with a light-colored …

Sep 8, 2025 · What Should I Do if I See a Bear? Seeing a bear in the wild is a special treat for any visitor to a national park. While it is an exciting moment, it is important to remember that bears …

Jun 5, 2025 · Police departments and municipalities around North Jersey have taken to social media in recent weeks to inform residents of black bear sightings.

Nov 15, 2024 · Residents who spot a bear are advised to stay indoors, keep pets inside and notify police. On Thursday students in several Plainfield schools had to shelter in place after a bear …

Oct 21, 2025 · Below are links to summaries of black bear sightings, nuisance and damage reported to the NJ Department of Environmental Protection. Summaries contain comparison …