Black bears usually weigh 200-500 pounds whereas grizzly bears weigh anywhere from 500-1,400 pounds. A full grown male grizzly bear can reach a height of 5 feet on all fours, and tower at 9 feet ...

However, for American black bears, placement is very difficult,” she said. American black bears are very common, and combined with their long life spans, finding zoos with the space can be tough.

Black bear strolls through Michigan beach town 00:24. The American black bear is expanding its range further south into Michigan, prompting state officials to issue warnings on how to prevent ...

WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV/Gray News) - Every spring, American black bears stir from their deep sleep to forage for food. It’s not uncommon for bear cubs to be left behind by the mother in this process.