Deep Dive: Being with Bears

The black bear is the most common species of bear in North America and a native of California. It is opportunistic and, as such, can sometimes be viewed by humans as irritating and frightening as it rummages for food in our backpacks and even refrigerators! It is emblematic of wildness, needing a mosaic of diverse habitats to survive. By building resilient and biodiverse habitats, we help bears to stay wild – in our open spaces, and out of our neighborhoods. Several studies are underway to learn as much as possible about these magnificent animals. The North Bay Bear Collaborative is a local group collecting data to learn more about their range and activities. Learn more about this work and how you can be part of the research team.