Bear quiz

How big is a polar bears paw?

• 15cm

• 20cm

• 25cm

• 30cm

How long can a polar bear hold its breath underwater?

• 1 minute

• 2 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

Which main characteristics are used to differentiate american black and brown bears?

• Large shoulder hump

• Muzzle shape

• Tails

• Eye colour

• Paw tracks

Which bear is the smallest in the world?

• Sun bear

• Andean bear (spectacled)

• American black bear

• Giant panda

Which bear is the only species found in the wild below the equator?

• Brown bear

• Polar bear

• Sloth bear

• Andean bear (spectacled)

Do polar bears hibernate?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Male polar bears don't hibernate at all, and females only hibernate when pregnant or with cubs.

What colour is polar bear fur?

• Grey

• Cream

• White

• Translucent

What foods do giant pandas eat?

• Bamboo

• Eggs

• Small mammals

• Plants

• All of the above

How long is a sun bears tongue?

• 5cm-10cm

• 12cm

• 20-25cm

• 35cm

What predator are sloth bears known to fight?

• Wolves

• Gorillas

• Tigers

• Alligators