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UKSpectacled bear
/spˈɛktəkəld bˈeə/
/spˈɛktəkəld bˈɛɹ/a species of bear native to South America, named for the distinctive facial markings that resemble eyeglasses or spectacles
What is a "spectacled bear"?
The spectacled bear, also known as the Andean bear or the jukumari, is a medium-sized bear species native to the Andean region of South America. It is characterized by its distinctive facial markings, with rings of light-colored fur around its eyes that resemble spectacles, and a stocky build with a shaggy coat. Spectacled bears are mainly herbivorous, feeding on a variety of plant materials, but they are also known to eat insects and small mammals. They are known for their excellent climbing skills and are primarily arboreal, spending much of their time in trees. Spectacled bears are considered vulnerable due to habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as hunting and human-wildlife conflicts.