Mammalia
LC
Least Concern
Least Concern (LC)
It is widespread or abundant and currently faces a low risk.
IUCN Red List classification
Omnivore
Brown bear
Ursus arctos
The brown bear is it is generally solitary and has an exceptionally developed sense of smell and spatial memory.
Natural habitat
Forests, mountain grassland and food-rich open areas.
Geographic distribution
Europe, Asia and North America, with isolated populations also in Italy.
Diet
Mostly plants, fruit and roots, supplemented by invertebrates and other animal food.
Key characteristics
It is generally solitary and has an exceptionally developed sense of smell and spatial memory.
During winter dormancy it relies on reserves accumulated in previous months.
