In the Andean valleys of deepest, darkest Bolivia, a “Paddington” bear has inspired a shelter for almost a thousand wild animals rescued from poachers. The type of Andean bear (Tremarctos ...

The spectacled bear is native to Andean countries like Peru, Ecuador, northern Argentina, Bolivia and Venezuela and lives in scrublands, grasslands, and forests. Experts believe there are anywhere ...

Despite its fame thanks to Paddington Bear, the Andean bear remains a mystery. The Museum is using genomic research to learn about these large, secretive mammals and how to protect their home. Endemic ...

Then, it steps into the open, and we catch our breaths. Therein emerges an Andean bear, alone, likely two years old. It pauses, snout lifted, sniffing the wind, then moves forward with quiet ...