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The American black bear, Ursus americanus, is a widespread species that can be found in a variety of habitats, from dense forests to open grasslands. Photos from California Department of Fish and Wildlife (left, CC BY 2.0), Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (top right, public domain), and David Wasserman (bottom right, CC BY-SA 4.0).
