South America's Last Bear Species: The Andean Spectacled Bear
The silent bear of the Andes, the spectacled bear, is a monk-like giant of the hills. It has an ethereal aura, inspiring the cartoonishly friendly Paddington Bear. Despite its ghostly presence, it's a real survivor, adapted to life in one of Earth's most unique ecosystems: the paramo. Can our team find this elusive bear, or will it disappear like a mountain ghost?
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Examining the nature of the beast.
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Timeline
00:00:Introduction to South America's last bear species
01:25:What is an Andean Bear?
02:08:Comparing polar bears and ancient short-faced bears
03:04:Inspiration for Paddington Bear
04:38:Journey to Chingaza Lagoon, prime bear habitat
06:03:Bear claw marks and scent communication
06:36:Challenges of mountain weather
07:00:Why Andean bears dislike rain
09:02:The puya plant: a favorite food
09:44:The legendary Spectacled Bear
10:48:Special bear cub sightings
11:39:Explaining cub begging behavior
12:59:Threats facing Andean bears
14:05:Local conservation partnerships