Bear Coloring Pages: Free Printable PDFs

Edited byOlga A 

| Updated on Aug 3, 2024

Let's go on an exciting adventure through the world of bears!

With 19 Bear Coloring Pages, you'll have plenty of opportunities to get creative! From the majestic polar bears of the Arctic to the playful brown bears of the forest, you'll get to know these incredible creatures up close.

Bears are some of the most iconic and endearing animals in the world, with their shaggy fur, powerful claws and gentle nature. But did you know that there are eight species of bears that live in different parts of the world? From the tiny sun bears of Southeast Asia to the massive grizzly bears of North America, each species has its own unique characteristics and behaviors.

Don't be intimidated by this big beast, the bear will be whatever you color it to be!

Instructions for Downloading and Printing

To start, click on any Bear coloring page below to open it in a new window. From there, you can either print the page immediately or download it for later use. Feel free to download and print as many pages as you like.

Tips for Optimal Print Quality

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Color, Relax, Repeat!

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Here are 15 interesting and cool facts about bears

1. Super Sniffers

Bears have an incredibly strong sense of smell, with some species able to detect food from miles away. They can even smell salmon swimming upstream in rivers!

2. Powerful Swimmers

Bears are excellent swimmers, and some species like the polar bear, can swim for hours or even days at a time. They're also great at diving, with some bears reaching depths of up to 20 feet!

3. Hibernation Heroes

Bears are one of the few mammals that truly hibernate. During this time, their heart rate slows down dramatically, and they can survive for months without eating or drinking!

4. Master Climbers

Despite their size, bears are excellent climbers. Some species like the black bear, can even climb trees to escape danger or find food!

5. Furry Foodies

Bears have a varied diet that includes everything from berries and nuts to fish and honey. They're also known to raid beehives and eat honey straight from the source!

6. Strong but Silent

Bears are incredibly strong, with some species able to crush a car with a single swipe of their paw. However, they're also surprisingly quiet, with some species able to move silently through the forest.

7. Sleeping Beauty

Bears can sleep for up to 18 months during hibernation, which is longer than any other mammal. They even sleepwalk a bit, getting up and moving around in their dens without waking up!

8. Furry Family Ties

Bears are social animals and often live in close-knit families. Some species even share their dens and food with each other.

9. Fast but Not Furious

Bears may not be as fast as other animals, but they're surprisingly agile and can run at speeds of up to 25 miles per hour.

10. Shaggy Coat

Bears have two layers of fur: a thick undercoat and a longer, guard hair layer. This helps them stay warm and dry in their natural habitats.

11. Bear Necessities

Bears have an excellent sense of spatial awareness and can remember where they've been before. They even use this skill to navigate back to their dens and food sources.

12. Gentle Giants

Despite their size, bears are generally gentle animals and rarely attack humans unless they feel threatened or provoked.

13. Nature's Architects

Bears are skilled diggers and use their powerful claws to create complex dens and burrows. Some species even dig elaborate tunnels and chambers.

14. Ears Up High

Bears have excellent hearing and can detect sounds from far away. They even use their ears to detect the vibrations of prey animals.

15. Ancient Ancestors

Bears have been around for millions of years, with fossil records dating back to the Eocene epoch (around 56 million years ago). They're one of the most ancient mammals still living today!

Interactive Bear Quiz

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What is the scientific name of the brown bear?
Ursus arctos.
What is the largest land carnivore in the world, which is also a type of bear?
Polar bear.
Which bear is known for its ability to climb trees?
Black bear.
What is the primary source of food for most bears?
Plants and berries.
Which of the following bears is found in North America?
Black bear, Brown bear, Grizzly bear.
How many species of bears are there in total?
8 (Polar bear, Brown bear, Black bear, Grizzly bear, Asiatic black bear, Sun bear, Sloth bear, Panda bear).
What is a unique feature of a bear's fur?
It is water-repellent and has two layers: a thick undercoat and a longer, coarser outer layer.
What is the average lifespan of a bear in the wild?
15-20 years.
What is the average weight of a male polar bear?
1,500-2,000 pounds (680-907 kg).

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