Finding a suitable winter den can determine whether a bear survives months of cold, deep snow, and food scarcity. For pregnant females and mothers with cubs, the choice matters even more, since the ...

A mild winter in Montana has sparked questions about early bear emergence in mountain towns. Wildlife officials noted this year's conditions are unusual, though not yet alarming.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This bear woke up like this. For many animals that live in cold climates, winter means low-power mode. But no creature is more ...

Not all black bears wake up from hibernation at the same time. Here's the range.