Ursidae (family)
- Scope note
- Family containing nine species in six genera, characterized as being large, short-tailed, having stocky legs, a long snout, shaggy hair, and plantigrade paws with five non-retractile claws. Bears are generally omnivorous, but some bears are entirely carnivorous (like the polar bear ) or vegetarian (like the panda).
- Date of creation: 04-Nov-2024
Accepted term: 04-Nov-2024