Spotting Mature Black Bears Fast | Bangor News

Spotting a mature black bear in the wild? It’s trickier than it looks—especially with fleeting glimpses and tricky lighting. But focus on three key clues: ears, belly, and legs. Big, rounded ears? Likely a youngster. Mature bears sport smaller, more spaced-out ears thanks to their wider heads. A low-hanging, portly belly with a thick neck and broad back? That’s a trophy bear. And those long, skinny legs? Classic “dog bears”—young ones still growing. Just remember: right after hibernation, even adults can look lean and leggy until they bulk up on food. Master these three signs, and you’ll be bear-savvy in no time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/420edf4e82407b7f