1. By: Andre Araniva Black bear

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3. Size & Weight • Black bears are the largest land mammal in New Jersey. • Black bears can weigh 310 to 325 lb.

4. Lifespan • The average lifespan in the wild is 18 years.

5. Color • Not all black bears have black fur some have brown fur.

6. Habitat • A black bear lives in woodlands and thick vegetation.

7. Diet • Black bears are omnivores. They eat small animals and they eat plants like skunk cabbage, grasses, berries, acorns and nuts.

8. Predators • Historically, black bears were hunted by both Native American and European.

9. Interesting Facts • I was shocked that the group name is sleuth or sloth. • Black bears feature prominently in the stories of America’s indigenous peoples. • Black bears can be vicious.

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