ours noir
Ursus americanus
Least Concern
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The American black bear (Ursus americanus) is a species in the genus Ursus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in United States.
Conservation Status
LC
Least Concern
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(animal)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordates)
Class
Mammalia
(mammifères)
Order
Carnivora
(carnivores)
Family
Ursidae
(Bears)
Genus
Ursus
(Bears)
Species
Ursus americanus
(ours noir)
Names in Other Languages
Spanish
Oso negro
French
ours noir
German
Baribal
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of ours noir?
The scientific name of ours noir is Ursus americanus. It belongs to the genus Ursus.
What is the conservation status of ours noir?
ours noir (Ursus americanus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does ours noir live?
ours noir is found in Found in United States.. Countries include United States.
What family does ours noir belong to?
ours noir (Ursus americanus) belongs to the genus Ursus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ursidae.
Is ours noir endangered?
No, ours noir (Ursus americanus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does ours noir belong to?
ours noir (Ursus americanus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of ours noir?
The closest relatives of ours noir in the genus Ursus include ours blanc, Ours brun, Ours de l'Himalaya.
Genus Ursus — 4 Species
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VU
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VU
ours blanc
Ursus maritimus
Ours brun
Ursus arctos
Ours de l'Himalaya
Ursus thibetanus
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LC
ours noir
Ursus americanus
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