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Black Bear

Order Carnivora, Family Ursidae (Bears)

Range in Washington: Statewide, except Columbia Basin.
Habitat: Wooded areas.
Diet: Omnivorous, including fish, invertebrates, and berries.
Habitats: Hibernates and gives birth in winter den.
Identification: Black to cinnamon, white blaze on chest. Total length: 135-190 cm; tail: 75-175 mm; mass: 90-270 kg.
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