American Black Bear Collection

Black bear (Ursus americanus) sow and three cubs of the year, Yellowstone National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wyoming, United States of America, North America

American black bear, Ursus americanus 1, and brown bear, Ursus arctos 2. Copied from illustrations by Louis Chloris
FLO4569091 American black bear, Ursus americanus 1, and brown bear, Ursus arctos 2. Copied from illustrations by Louis Chloris. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by A

American black bear, Ursus americanus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements
FLO4659922 American black bear, Ursus americanus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

American black bear (Ursus americanus). Cinnamon phase. Prince Albert National Park, Saskatchewan, Canada

An adult female American black bear (Ursus americanus), Big Bend National Park, Texas, United States of America, North America

American black bear (Ursus americanus) Near Whistler, British Columbia, Canada

American black bear (Ursus americanus), Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, Canada

Asian black bear, Ursus thibetanus, vulnerable 1, and American black bear, Ursus americanus 2
FLO4690937 Asian black bear, Ursus thibetanus, vulnerable 1, and American black bear, Ursus americanus 2. Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural

Himalayan Black Bear, 1824 (colour litho)
1001809 Himalayan Black Bear, 1824 (colour litho) by Brodtmann, Karl Joseph (1787-1862); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen der SAaugethiereA, 1824)

American Black Bear (coloured engraving)
1000150 American Black Bear (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraver)

A Black Bear standing in its enclosure, on the Mappin Terraces
3066111 A Black Bear standing in its enclosure, on the Mappin Terraces, at London Zoo in 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Bears (coloured engraving)
1090869 Bears (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bears. Illustration for A History of the Earth and Animated Nature by Oliver Goldsmith (Blackie)

Canada, British Columbia, Clayoquot Sound. Black bear foraging in intertidal zone

Canada, British Columbia. Black bear at edge of estuary

Canada, British Columbia. Black bear searches for fish at rivers edge

Canada, British Columbia. Black bear waiting for salmon

Canada, British Columbia. Black bear with freshly caught Coho salmon

Black bear (Ursus americanus) fishing in the Great Bear Rainforest; Hartley Bay, British Columbia, Canada

Portrait of an American black bear cub sniffing a wildflower, USA, North America
Portrait of an American black bear cub (Ursus americanus) sniffing a wildflower in Yellowstone National Park. The American black bear is one of eight species of bear in the world

Black bear (Ursus americanus) standing on cliff in Glacier Bay National Park, SE Alaska, Alaska, USA
Portrait of an American black bear (Ursus americanus) standing on a grassy patch on a rocky cliff face in Glacier Bay National Park; Southeast Alaska, Alaska, United States of America

Portrait of a black bear cub looking at the camera in the Tongass National Forest, Alaska, USA
Portrait of a black bear cub (Ursus americanus) standing on its hind legs leaning on a mound next to a tree trunk along the shoreline looking at the camera

Sun brightly shining over a black bear foraging for food along Steep Creek, The Tongass, Alaska, USA
A black bear (Ursus americanus) walking through the bright green grass foraging for food along a tranquil stream with the snowcapped mountains in the background

Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus) With Its Tongue Out, Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus) Climbing A Tree, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus), Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Cubs Playing On The Tree Branches, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Cub Climbing On A Tree Branch, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Standing Against A Tree Stump, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Sticking His Head Through Two Large Branches Of A Tree In A Forest, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Standing Among The Plants And Shrubs In A Forest, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

High Angle View Of A Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Standing Among The Plants And Shrubs In A Forest, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Swimming In A Lake Between The Lily Pads, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Cub Looking Out Through The Lush Foliage From A Tree Branch, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) In The Forest In Autumn, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Standing On A Log In A Lush Forest, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) In The Forest, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Cubs Resting On The Tree Branches, South-Central Alaska; Alaska, United States Of America

Black Bear (Ursus Americanus) Feeding On Pink Salmon Along Dayville Road; Valdez, Alaska, United States Of America

A Black Bear Rolls Around In The Lush Green Grass

Ursus thibetanus, sleeping Asiatic Black Bear curled up in its winter den

Black Bear and Chum Salmon, Alaska
USA, Alaska, Kake, Black Bear (Ursus americanus) catches spawned out Chum Salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) in Gunnuk Creek

American Black Bear (Ursus americanus) resting its head on a rock, front view

USA, Minnesota, Sandstone, Black Bear in Pine Tree

USA, California, Black Bear in Oak Tree, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park

Ursus americanus, American Black Bear trying to catch flying insects with its paw, side view

Asian Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus) lying curled up in grass

Illustration of American Black Bear (Ursus americanus) sitting in fork of tree

American Black Bear

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The American black bear, scientifically known as Ursus americanus, is a majestic creature found in various parts of North America. One such place where you can spot these incredible animals is Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, United States. This UNESCO World Heritage Site serves as a haven for the black bear sow and her three adorable cubs of the year. Crossing over to Canada, Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta also provides a home for the American black bear. Here, amidst breathtaking landscapes, these bears roam freely and contribute to the park's rich biodiversity. Interestingly, historical illustrations by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals depict both Asian and American black bears side by side. These lithographs from 1836 serve as a testament to the enduring fascination humans have had with these magnificent creatures throughout history. Moving towards Asia, we encounter the Himalayan Black Bear captured in a stunning color lithograph dating back to 1824. This artwork showcases not only its beauty but also highlights its significance within its natural habitat. Back in North America, an engraving portrays an American Black Bear standing proudly within its enclosure on the Mappin Terraces. The strength and grace exhibited by this species are truly awe-inspiring. Venturing into British Columbia's Clayoquot Sound region reveals another facet of these bears' lives - their ability to forage along intertidal zones. A captivating image shows one such bear searching for food amidst this unique coastal ecosystem. Further exploration uncovers more scenes from British Columbia: a black bear at the edge of an estuary; another patiently waiting for fish at riverside; yet another with freshly caught Coho salmon. These snapshots offer glimpses into their daily struggles and triumphs as they navigate their environment with skillful precision.