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Florida Black Bear

The Florida black bear, Ursus americanus floridanus, is found in Florida, southern Georgia and southern Alabama. It is a unique subspecies and is considered threatened by the state of Florida.

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Kids for Cubs

Defenders' Kids for Cubs program combines a PowerPoint presentation with teacher and student activities in order to educate children about the Florida black bear.

In the Field

Defenders of Wildlife protects the Florida black bear and its home by working to preserve a connected system of wildlife habitat and educating people through programs like our Habitat for Bears Campaign.

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Take Action

We make it easy to help Florida black bears. Find out how you can adopt a bear, become a Florida activist, and even get a license plate to help wildlife.

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