Bears
"To a hungry, ravenous bear, a human is just a Goretex-clad, vertical seal..." World's 7 most dangerous, deadliest mammals for humans
What are the most dangerous mammals in the world? James Fair takes a look at the contenders... and includes some unlikely ones
It weighs as much as a car, can sprint at 30mph, has dinner-plate paws armed with 3in claws – and jaws powerful enough to crush a human skull like an egg
Learn all about one of North America’s most impressive apex predators in our guide to the grizzly bear. Find out some fascinating species facts and discover how to see them in the wild.
Larger and considerably more powerful than humans, they can run at an impressive 50KPH as well as swim & climb trees – so you don't want to mess with them...
Find out all the black bear facts you've always wanted to know, as well as the best places to see black bears in the wild.
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These are the world’s smallest (and adorable) bear species – and no, you still can’t cuddle them
Small in size, big in bite. From unusual eating habits to strange behaviours, we explore what makes the world’s smallest bears unique.
It's the largest, most powerful and deadliest bear on the planet – AND views us as prey, able to make short work of our puny bodies...
As the world's largest bear, and largest land carnivore, polar bears are impressive mammals. They are adapted to living in the harsh Arctic environment, and threatened by climate change.
Spirit bear guide: where they live, what they eat - and why they're white
Discover what turns a black bear white and 10 more amazing facts about the spirit bear, also known as the ghost bear or the Kermode bear.
New Big 5 wildlife species revealed: what are they and where to see them
Shooting with cameras rather than guns is the idea behind a new international initiative to promote the synergy between wildlife photography and conservation.
Monitoring polar bear dens in the Arctic
On a mission to reduce human-wildlife conflict, one bear biologist has embraced social media to improve the visibility of his study animals.
Interview with Bears about the House presenter Giles Clark
Director of The Big Cat Sanctuary Giles Clark talks to BBC Wildlife about rescuing sun and moon bears from the illegal wildlife trade for new BBC Two series Bears about the House.
Behind the Scenes: filming Bears about the House
Producer Cherique Pohl reveals the highs and lows of filming bear rescue operations in Laos for BBC Two wildlife conservation documentary Bears about the House.
When is Meet the Bears on TV?
This next instalment of the Natural World series is all about the enigmatic bear family.
Conserving giant pandas in China
In 2016, the status of the giant panda was officially changed from Endangered to Vulnerable. Photographer Suzi Eszterhas journeyed to China to see the work of two breeding centres that have contributed to this extraordinary conservation effort.
When is Grizzly Bear Cubs and Me on TV?
Watch this heart-warming two-part Christmas special when Gordon Buchanan meets a Russian family returning bear cubs to the wild.
A year in the life of European brown bears
Growing to between 100-350kg, the European brown bear is Europe's largest land predator.
Humans have wiped out 60% of wild animals since 1970
The long-term research analysed in the Living Planet Report 2018 shows that habitat loss, exploitation and agriculture has caused population sizes of wild animals to fall by 60 percent globally.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2018
View the winning images from this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.
May/June 2019 | Visit the kingdom of the polar bear
Don’t miss out on BBC Wildlife’s trip of a lifetime to Svalbard to see amazing Arctic species amidst stunning scenery with naturalist and TV presenter Nick Baker.
Separating fact from fiction: polar bears and climate change
Claims that polar bears are thriving or will adapt to climate change are unfounded, says Andrew Derocher.
Wildlife to see in Alaska and the best places to go
If you can withstand the cold, the sparsely populated US state of Alaska is known for its diverse terrain and abundant wildlife.
Downton Abbey’s Mrs Patmore leads the cast in saving moon bears
Actress Lesley Nicol has been on a mission to help publicise the work of saving moon bears from bear bile farms.
A good year for the bears
Images of skinny polar bears are not necessarily a sign of the impact of climate change.
