Eurasian brown bear

The Eurasian brown bear (Ursus arctos) is a large mammal native to Europe, Asia, and northwestern North America. These bears are omnivorous, feeding on a varied diet that includes berries, plant roots, small mammals, fish, and carrion. They are known to dig for rodents and cache food in shallow holes.1

Eurasian brown bears are typically solitary and are capable swimmers and runners. Their coat color can range widely, from grayish-white to nearly black. While they once roamed extensively across Europe and Asia, their southern range has significantly decreased. Despite this, their global population is over 200,000, leading the IUCN to classify them as a species of least concern. However, they can be considered pests in areas near human settlements and face threats from collisions with vehicles, poaching, and hunting.1