GRIZZLY BEAR

The grizzly bear is the bear everyone knows. Grizzly bears are found in many different habitats, from dense forest, subalpine meadows, open plains, to even arctic tundra. In North America, grizzly bears are found in western Canada, Alaska, Wyoming, Montana, and potentially a small population in Washington. Grizzly bears are omnivores, which means these bears eat both animals and vegetation. They may eat berries, grass, roots, along with elk, deer, fish.

Grizzly bears need to eat a lot in the summer and fall so that they can build up fat reserves to survive while hibernating. This is true in pregnant female bears who must have enough fat reserves to give birth and care for their young. Grizzly bears mating season starts in early May through mid July, and can have a litter of 1-4 cubs, but average is 2-4 cubs. 

Physically, grizzly bears are the real deal. With a height of 3-3 1/2 ft at the shoulders, a length of 6-7ft, and adult males weighing 300-850 lbs; females 200-450 lbs this bear is packing. Don't try and outrun this bear because with a top speed of 35mph grizzly bears are faster than one would think from its size. A grizzly's lifespan is anywhere from 20-25 years, not the longest of lifespans for an animal.

Overall, a grizzly bear is an iconic animal, and a force not to be reckoned with. 

REFERENCES: http://www.defenders.org/grizzly-bear/basic-facts