Sloth Bear and Babies (1993) | |
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Details | Sloth bears are the only bear species that carry their young on their backs. The extra long mane makes an ideal handle on mom's back. |
Species | Melursus ursinus |
Range | South Asia |
Habitat | forests and tall grasslands |
Social Structure | essentially solitary. Females piggyback young |
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Diet | ants, termites,honey and fruit |
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