The Spirit Bear of B.C.
The Kermod bear, also know as the Spirit Bear, is a rare variant of the North American black bear and makes its home on the central coast of B.C.
These magnificent creatures main residence is on Princess Royal Island, Swindle Island and part of the adjacent B.C. mainland.
The Spirit bear’s unique white coat is due to a rare genetic trait, the bear is not albino, and has a brown nose and eyes.
The Spirit Bear was recently chosen as the official mammal of B.C., which many are hoping will help to preserve the bear’s habitat.
Despite the B.C. government protecting 2/3 of the Spirit bear’s habitat, the remaining third, the Green Watershed, has been open for development, casting a shadow over the future of this rare mammal.
Several tour operators offer trips into the Great Bear Rain-forest, where you can view these majestic bears in a safe, non-invasive way.
When booking your trip please insure the tour company belongs to the B.C. Tourism Association.
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2 opinions for The Spirit Bear of B.C.
clarence snyder
Nov 12, 2008 at 1:01 pm
I think the artical is cool
KennyG
Nov 12, 2008 at 11:43 pm
Clarence thanks for the comment!! Have a great day!!
KennyG
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