Sloth Bear and Babies (1993)
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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