near to extinct
ursus arctos marsicanusESA Categories -mammals
marsican brown bear
National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
marsican brown bear
Regions
Italy
Population
60
Habitat
Dense deciduous and coniferous forests in the central Apennines
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
130 to 220 kilograms... and 25 to 30 years in the wild
Regions
Italy
The Marsican Brown Bear (Ursus arctos arctos), also known as the Apennine Brown Bear, is a subspecies of the brown bear native to the central Apennine Mountains of Italy. It is one of the rarest bear subspecies in the world currently facint extinction. The estimated remaining population is very small, with fewer than 60 individuals. The main threats to this species include habitat loss, fragmentation, and human activities. Conservation efforts focus on protected areas, anti-poaching measures, and habitat restoration.
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