Endemic to Southeast Asia, the Sun Bear is an omnivore species inhabiting tropical forests habitats. Weighing 27–80 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Sun Bear | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 53.5 kg | 12 kg | ↑ 346% |
| Height | 135 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 44 km/h | 35 km/h | ↑ 26% |
| Avg Speed | 44 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Sun Bear inhabits tropical forests habitats. It can be found in Southeast Asia.
Typical coloring: Black.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Sun Bear is a solitary species belonging to the Ursidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The Sun Bear is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Sun Bear’s weight of 27–80 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #19 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 Sun Bear weigh?
A Sun Bear typically weighs 27–80 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Sun Bear?
The Sun Bear is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Sun Bear live?
The Sun Bear is found in Southeast Asia, in tropical forests habitats.
How does the Sun Bear reproduce?
The Sun Bear has a gestation period of 90–150 days and typically produces 1-2 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026