Describes the life cycle, habits, and behavior of the grizzly bear. Includes photo diagram.

Reported sightings of grizzly bears or their sign in the Yellowstone area were compiled for the 1973-79 period and, where sufficient detail permitted, plotted on maps of 10 000 m grid. The 7-year composite of observations probably fairly represents the overall distribution of the grizzly bear. Factors meriting consideration in future monitoring are presented.

Delineates a critical habitat for grizzly bears in the Yellowstone region by defining spatial requirements and habitat use, and by identifying threats to the habitat.

The grizzly bear once roamed much of western North America. In the early 1800s, as many as 50,000 grizzly bears lived in the West. As settlers pushed westward, the bears lost much of their habitat. Fewer than 1,000 grizzlies remained in the lower 48 U.S. states when the bear was listed as endangered. Read this book to learn how grizzly bears came close to extinction and find out what is being done to increase their numbers and insure their survival

Grizzly Bears: A Falcon Field Guide presents readers with substantive yet easily digestible information on this most revered and feared of large mammals. Where do grizzly bears live? What do they eat? What type of predators might be capable of taking on a grizzly bear? How do they communicate? What issues exist with the relationship between grizzly bears and humans? This book contains all the information you need to know to become familiar with these fascinating animals. Accompanied by numerous full-color photos of grizzly bears in their natural habitat, this handy field guide makes an excellent take-home souvenir and reference for anybody interested in the mighty grizzly.