VU Omnivore Tropical Forests
27–80 kg
Weight
25–30 yrs
Lifespan
32–56 km/h
Top Speed
Southeast Asia
Found In
Endemic to Southeast Asia, the Sun Bear is an omnivore species inhabiting tropical forests habitats. Weighing 27–80 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| 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 | — | — |
| Lifespan | 27.5 yrs | 17.5 yrs | ↑ 57% |
Endemic to Southeast Asia
Habitat: Tropical Forests
Found In: Southeast Asia
Coloration: Black
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 90–150 days
Offspring per Birth: 1-2
Lifespan: 25–30 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 #19 of 34 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 21 | Cheetah | 20–72 kg | VU |
| 22 | King Cobra | Up to 9 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 |
| Spectacled Bear | 35–77 kg | Omnivore | VU |