Endemic to South America, the Spectacled Bear is an omnivore species inhabiting forests habitats. Weighing 35–77 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| 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 | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Spectacled Bear inhabits forests habitats. It can be found in South America.
Typical coloring: Black, Tan.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Spectacled Bear is a solitary species belonging to the Ursidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The Spectacled Bear is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Spectacled Bear’s weight of 35–77 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #17 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a Spectacled Bear weigh?
A Spectacled Bear typically weighs 35–77 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Spectacled Bear?
The Spectacled Bear is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Spectacled Bear live?
The Spectacled Bear is found in South America, in forests habitats.
How does the Spectacled Bear reproduce?
The Spectacled Bear has a gestation period of 200–294 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026