the mother bear may begin to show signs of aggression or intolerance towards her cubs to encourage them to become more self-reliant. The exact timing can vary depending on environmental factors, availability of food, and individual circumstances. It can be a very tough time for young Grizzly B...
Size and aggression matter most in the animal kingdom. The bigger animal tends to win, especially if they're more aggressive. A hippo is more than twice as heavy as a Polar Bear with a way higher bite and arguably more aggressive. So there's no real likelihood of a bear standing a ch...
You are more likely to die from a bee sting. You are more likely to die in a car accident on the way to your hike. You are more likely to get struck by lightning. Most bear encounters happen when the bear's natural behavior of avoidance changes to aggression because: You surprised the...
If you do encounter a grizzly, he said, try to remain calm and back up slowly. Speak to the bear in a calm voice and avoid eye contact, which can be taken as a sign of aggression, he said. He also noted that grizzlies are known as fast runners, strong swimmers and capable tree-cl...