Eight bear species live on earth today: the polar bear, brown bear, North American black bear, spectacled bear, Asiatic black bear, sloth bear, sun bear, and giant panda. From the Arctic ice cap to South American cloud forests to the Tibetan plateau, the habitats of these bear species are as diverse as their traits and behaviors. And yet wild bears have much in common, too. Often misunderstood or exploited, bears are curious creatures with unique qualities that make them an important part of the world's biodiversity. Excerpted from Wild about Bears by Jeannie Brett All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.
