But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

What are sun bears?

<p>We’re thinking about bears! Actually one specific type of bear: sun bears! Have you heard about this type of bear? They’re the smallest of the world’s bears, about half the size of a black bear. They live throughout southeast Asia and have a yellow or white crescent-shaped marking on their chests. We learn about sun bears with Wong Siew Te, a scientist and researcher who runs the <a href="https://www.bsbcc.org.my/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre</a> in Malaysia. Also in this episode: Do bears live in caves? Why do they climb trees? Why do bears hibernate in winter? Naturalist Mary Holland answers questions about hibernation. And we are treated to <a href="https://youtu.be/47DCpGxrv6o" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Bear Song</a> by Key Wilde and Mr. Clarke!</p>
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