Moon Bear
Basic Information
Anatomy
The Moon Bear is a medium-sized species of black bear recognized for its distinctive white crescent-shaped patch of fur on its chest. These bears have developed powerful upper bodies to facilitate an arboreal lifestyle.
Growth Rate & Stages
Female Moon Bears generally have their first litter at the age of three. There is usually a 2-3 year interval before females produce subsequent litters. Litters can consist of 1-4 cubs, with 2 being the average. Cubs weigh 13 ounces at birth, and will begin walking at four days of age, and open their eyes three days later. Moon Bear mothers will nurse her cubs in the period ranging from 104-130 weeks, with cubs becoming independent within 24-36 months.
Ecology and Habitats
Moon Bears are forest-dwelling creatures.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Moon Bears are omnivores and will feed on insects, beetle larvae, invertebrates, termites, grubs, carrion, bees, eggs, mushrooms, grasses, fruits, nuts, seeds, honey, herbs, acorns, cherries, and grains.
Additional Information
Social Structure
Moon Bears live in family groups consisting of two adults and two successive litters of young. When on the move, they walk in a procession of largest to smallest.
Lifespan
25-30 Years
Average Height
2'4"-3'3" at the shoulder
Average Weight
300 lbs
Average Length
3'11"-6'3"
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Black fur with a crescent-shaped patch of white fur on their chest
Geographic Distribution
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