Q&A: Himalayan Brown Bears and garbage dump foraging
The Himalayan Brown Bear, a rare and iconic species, is increasingly being observed scavenging at open garbage dumps near Srinagar […]
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Brown Bear Cub Playdates
Bears are considered solitary carnivores. Generally, this means that the animal does not cooperatively hunt prey, defend resources, attract mates,
Baby On Board: Why Do Sloth Bears Carry Cubs On Their Back?
Sloth bears are unique from other bears in many ways, and certainly one of the most notable and endearing traits
Loners Or Party Animals? Are Sloth Bears Solitary?
Sloth bears, like all bear species, are generally considered solitary carnivores. Though sloth bears generally do not eat red meat,
Sloth Bears Or Giant Pandas: Which Is The Most Unique Bear?
The giant panda with its distinctive black and white colouration and its diet of bamboo is almost always thought of
Are Sloth Bears Good Tree Climbers?
If you have ever had the good fortune to visit one of the Wildlife SOS sloth bear rescue facilities, you
A Conservationist’s Guide To Wildlife Tracking
If you find yourself in an unfamiliar area, you can simply approach a passerby or open up a map app
Understanding Sloth Bear Attacks
Considered as one of the most dangerous wild animals, Sloth bears have a reputation of being aggressive and unpredictable. Recently,
Understanding Sloth Bear Attacks
Considered as one of the most dangerous wild animals, Sloth bears have a reputation of being aggressive and unpredictable. Recently,
Sloth bears and anthropogenic risks in Karnataka, India – Synopsis
Wildlife SOS has been rescuing sloth bears in the southern state of Karnataka since 2006. During this time Wildlife SOS
Sloth Bear Or Black Bear? Can You Spot The Difference?
Can you spot the differences? Asiatic black bears, also known as moon bears, are often mistaken for sloth bears because
Protecting Wild Sloth Bears And Building A Future Of Conservation
From the inception of Wildlife SOS, the conservation and protection of sloth bears has been one of the organisation’s core
Studying Denning Behaviours of Endangered Himalayan Brown Bears
Lead photo: The rugged, stunningly beautiful terrain of the Himalaya of Jammu and Kashmir make for difficult tracking of brown
Wildlife SOS’ Revolutionary Study To Track Sloth Bears In Karnataka
Widely distributed across the Indian subcontinent, sloth bears are one of the eight bear species in the world. In India,
GIS: A Vital Tool In The Field Of Wildlife
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) refers to a computer system that collects geographical information and allows us to analyse these spatial
A Delicacy to the Sloth Bear Palate
Just as different corners of the earth are known for certain delicacies, whether it be New Orleans for its beignets,
