| Description |
160 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Note |
"First Edition 2013 (entitled Bears: Black, Brown & Polar Bears)." -- Title page verso. |
| Contents |
Bears-a lifelong affair -- An eminent history -- The bear family -- Origins of the species -- Species around the world -- Black Bears -- Brown Bears -- Polar Bears -- Is it a Black Bear or a Brown Bear? -- Names of distinction -- Sizes north to south -- Considerations of weight -- Life expectancy -- Roaming the home range -- Step-for-step paths -- Scent marking -- Claw scraping -- Posturing to communicate -- Expression of aggression -- Congeniality -- Not just smart-resourceful -- Large skull and jaws -- Claws and paws -- Tiny tails -- Snouts and scents -- Fuzzy ears, sharp hearing -- Sight, near and far -- Strong, stout legs -- Gait -- Masters at running -- Standing advantaqe -- Tracks and trails -- Silent travelers -- Swimming trips -- Climbing trees -- Sleeping in trees -- Daybed naps -- Play fighting -- Color palette -- Furry coat -- Hollow hair -- Black Bear blaze -- White, but not albino -- Shedding -- Potluck diet -- Breeding time -- Ready to mate -- Unusual gestation -- Birthing -- Newborn and helpless -- Eyes open -- Mother's milk -- Nursing duty -- Litter size -- Family planning -- A difficult beginning -- Mixing up cubs -- The miracle of hibernation -- Den diversity -- Preparing for winter -- Emerging in spring -- Cautionary measures -- Respecting bears -- Featured bears -- Where to spot bears in the wild. |
| Summary |
"Get to know Black Bears, Brown Bears, and Polar Bears like never before-through Stan Tekiela's wildlife photography, personal anecdotes, and years of research. They are icons of our wild places. They are powerful and intimidating, yet they signify calmness, comfort, and peace. Bears are adored around the world. They are magnificent animals that capture our fascination. Enter the world of bears with award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela." -- Provided by publisher. |
| Subject |
Bears -- North America.
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| ISBN |
9781647554132 (pbk) |
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1647554136 (pbk) |
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