Black bear strolls through Michigan beach town 00:24. The American black bear is expanding its range further south into Michigan, prompting state officials to issue warnings on how to prevent ...

Black bears have been around for millions of years, but many don’t realize how fascinating and unique the American black bear is. 1. They Are Strong Swimmers .

While black bears are widely distributed and found everywhere grizzlies are located, grizzlies have a much smaller range. So, ...

The American black bear comes in black, brown and cinnamon colors and generally weighs between 100 and 500 pounds. Bears are omnivores and an important part of the state's ecosystem, said Jared ...

More:Black bear boom in Michigan cheered by hunters, but it's trouble for beekeepers. The American black bear comes in black, brown and cinnamon colors and generally weighs between 100 and 500 pounds.

Black Bear Program coordinator believes the young bear may be from Arkansas and swam across the Mississippi River.

However, for American black bears, placement is very difficult,” she said. American black bears are very common, and combined with their long life spans, finding zoos with the space can be tough.

WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV/Gray News) - Every spring, American black bears stir from their deep sleep to forage for food. It’s not uncommon for bear cubs to be left behind by the mother in this process.