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Bears of the NWT
Three kinds of bears live in the NWT;
black
bears (Ursus
americanus),
grizzly
bears (Ursus
arctos horribilis),
and
polar bears (Ursus
maritimus). Bears, like all wildlife resources, are not only an
important part of our northern ecosystems, they are also an essential part
of the cultural and economic well-being of northern residents. As long as
people and bears occupy the same land, there will be unplanned encounters as
bears are usually curious and in search of food.
The
Safety
in Grizzly and Black Bear Country booklet contains information about
basic precautions and safety tips to keep in mind while you are in bear
country.
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