bear

Bears are large, usually omnivorous mammals marked by their small, round ears, stocky legs, plantigrade paws with non-retractible claws, and short tails. Their stocky build belies their capability in running, climbing, and swimming, and they can be a dangerous encounter even to the prepared.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Bears are universally stocky, with thick limbs, small ears, a long, blunt snout, and a short tail. The various species vary widely in size, and the males tend to be larger than the females. A bear's skull is large and solidly built, giving them a powerful bite force that has been known to crush the bones of their prey. Their fur is thick and shaggy, growing longer and thicker during the winter months.

Genetic Descendants

• brown bear
• polar bear

Geographic Distribution

• Aetheria
• Frostholm