What Is The World's Most Common Bear
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The American black bear is the most common bear in the world due to its vast range across North America, adaptability, and large population.
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This makes it the most widespread and numerous bear species globally.
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While the brown bear is also widespread across continents, the American black bear holds the top spot for sheer numbers.
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It is endemic to North America, found from Mexico to Canada and Alaska, primarily in forested areas.
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The bear is omnivorous, eating mostly plants, insects, and fish, but also known to scavenge human food.
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It can live in various environments and have adapted well to human-modified landscapes.
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The bear is listed as "least concern" by the IUCN due to their large, stable population.
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It is most commonly black, but can be brown, cinnamon, bluish-gray, or creamy white (Spirit Bears).
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