The spectacled bear (Tremarctos ornatus), also known as the Andean bear, is a species of bear native to the Andes Mountains in northern and western South America. It is the only living species of bear …

spectacled bear, (Tremarctos ornatus), the only South American bear of the family Ursidae. It inhabits the northern and central Andes Mountains, dwelling primarily in forested areas, and it feeds mainly …

Jun 5, 2025 · The Andean bear is recognized by its dark brown to black fur and the whitish markings on its snout, neck chest, and sometimes around the eyes (which is where it got the name “spectacled …

Spectacled bears are named for the yellowish markings on their face, and when compared with their terrifying ancestry, they may be considered the smaller, nerdier cousins.

The Spectacled bear (Tremarctos ornatus) is a species of bear native to the Andes Mountains in western South America. It is the only living species of bear native to South America, and the last …

The spectacled bear is the only species of bear in South America and one of the most emblematic mammals of the tropical Andes. Spectacled bears are robust, with a short and muscular neck, short …

The Andean bear, or spectacled bear, is the only bear native to South America. It is a clever, arboreal animal that builds platforms and nests in trees for eating and sleeping.

The Andean bear, or spectacled bear, is the only bear species in South America, known for its unique facial markings and dense black to brown coat. Adapted for crushing tough vegetation, it has a short …

Of the world’s eight bear species, only one made it to South America: the spectacled bear (Tremarctos ornatus). Also called the Andean bear, it’s a relict species of a once-diverse bear lineage that dates …

Spectacled bears wear shaggy fur that is black, brown, or sometimes reddish. They are so named for the whitish to yellowish rings that encircle their eyes, resembling large eyeglasses. These...