Are you the ultimate grizzly bear expert?
Woodland Park Zoo has two grizzly bears. The 22-year-old brothers are named:
There are some telltale signs that distinguish black bears from grizzly bears. Can you find the statement that is FALSE?
A grizzly bear's diet consists mostly of which one of these items?
Historically, there were around 50,000 grizzly bears in North America in the 1800s. How many remain in the lower 48 states, today?
When camping in bear country, the safest place to store your food is near the closest body of water, such as a small stream or at the cool edge of a lake.
Bears are intelligent, curious creatures. Of the photos below, which is the safest scenario for the bear?
Bears can run, but how fast can they really go?
Bears have an incredible sense of smell. How far away can a bear smell coffee grounds?
What does it mean when a bear stands on its hind legs?
Bears are often depicted either as cuddly teddy bears or ferocious killers. In reality, bears are smart, resourceful and deserve our respect. How can you help grizzly bears in the wild? (Check all that apply, then hit submit.)
We're not sure you could tell the difference between a grizzly bear and a stump, but you are still a winner! Why is that? Because you took the time to take this quiz, which means you care about bears and their habitat.
Action: Learn more about grizzly bears by visiting Woodland Park Zoo's Northern Trail. Visit brothers Keema and Denali and talk to zoo staff about all the ways bears benefit the forest. For a special treat, mark your calendar for Bear Affair on June 4, 2016! Watch the brothers ransack a mock backyard and mock campsite in their exhibit to show us what happens when you don’t properly clean up or bear-proof your outdoor living spaces.
Your brain is far from hibernating! You have a thing or two to learn about grizzly bears, but your head isn't totally buried in the snow. You already know the basics about bear safety and grizzly bears, but you are eager to learn more about this incredible species.
Action: Visit the zoo on June 4, 2016 for a very special Bear Affair: Living Northwest Conservation Day. Pick up tips and tricks for being bear safe in your backyard as well as safely camping and hiking in bear country. You'll especially enjoy watching grizzly brothers Keema and Denali as they ransack a mock campsite to highlight bear safe (and not so safe) practices. Remember, no marshmallows in your sleeping bag!
When it comes to grizzly bears, you are one smart cookie! You are well-versed in all things grizzly and you truly understand the vital role they play as an umbrella species in our forests. In fact, you scored so high that you've earned the title, Bear Expert!
Action: Use your knowledge to educate others on the benefits of having a healthy bear population. Tell family, friends and neighbors why supporting grizzly bear habitat is beneficial to bears, people and other wildlife. Then, treat yourself to your favorite summer event, Bear Affair on June 4, 2016! Watch as Keema and Denali ransack a mock campground to teach us about bear safe camping and hiking. Through the zoo's Living Northwest conservation program, the spotlight also shines on other Pacific Northwest native wildlife with activities to help you learn how to coexist with wolves, raptors, butterflies and more.