Despite its impressive stature, the North American black bear is actually the continent's smallest bear species. The black bear is the most common bear species worldwide, and due to its close proximity to urban areas, the most frequently sighted and interacted with by humans.

• History: Bears are a prominent symbol in American history and folklore. The Navajo prayed to the black bear, and believed that it was the strongest of all the bears. Human encounters with black bears rarely lead to serious injury or fatalities, despite how common they are relative to other bear species, In fact, only 10% of all human interactions with a black bear resulted in injury, and almost all attacks were due to a mother bear protecting her cubs.
• Scientific Name: Ursus Americanus
• Characteristics: Black bears in the eastern regions of North America typically have black fur, while those in the western regions usually have brown, reddish-brown, blonde or even white fur. This black bear toy figurine is as beautifully hand painted as it is scientifically accurate.
• Size: 4.5 inches long, 2.5 tall, this black bear toy model is about the size of a soda can on its side. Although black bears are often solitary creatures, we're sure this furry friend would enjoy your company!
• The Black Bear is part of the Wild Safari® North American Wildlife collection
• All of Safari Limited's products are Non-toxic and BPA free