VU Omnivore Forests
35–77 kg
Weight
10–25 yrs
Lifespan
45 km/h
Top Speed
South America
Found In
Endemic to South America, the Spectacled Bear is an omnivore species inhabiting forests habitats. Weighing 35–77 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Spectacled Bear | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 56 kg | 12 kg | ↑ 367% |
| Height | 160 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 45 km/h | 35 km/h | ↑ 29% |
| Avg Speed | 45 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 17.5 yrs | 17.5 yrs | — 0% |
Endemic to South America
Habitat: Forests
Found In: South America
Coloration: Black, Tan
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 200–294 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 10–25 years
Why It Is Vulnerable
VU Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List — one of 34 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Vulnerable Species
Ranked #17 of 34 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Komodo Dragon | Up to 90 kg | VU |
| 16 | Arabian Oryx | 65–90 kg | VU |
| 17 | Spectacled Bear | 35–77 kg | VU |
| 18 | Mandrill | Up to 55 kg | VU |
| 19 | Sun Bear | 27–80 kg | VU |
| 20 | Snow Leopard | 22–75 kg | VU |
Other Ursidae Species
The Ursidae family has 5 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Bear | 70–780 kg | Omnivore | LC |
| Giant Panda | 70–125 kg | Herbivore | EN |
| Polar Bear | Up to 700 kg | Carnivore | VU |
| Sun Bear | 27–80 kg | Omnivore | VU |