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Describes the characteristics and behavior of black bears, grizzly bears, and brown bears, and looks at the impact of humans on their habitat

Outlining the differences and similarities among the various species of North American bears, this book makes a plea for the preservation of bear habitat that is quickly disappearing. It discusses in detail the natural history (including range, diet, personality traits, breeding and social structure), the present and historical interaction with mankind, and the threats to black, brown and grizzly bears. The Bauers have been photographing and writing about the natural world for more than 40 years, and have won many awards for their wildlife portraits. The text and photographs in this book are accompanied by personal anecdotes and tips for capturing bears on film.