Brown Bears:
* Alaska: The largest population of brown bears in North America is in Alaska.
* Western Canada: They are found in British Columbia, Alberta, and the Yukon.
* Western United States: Found in parts of Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Washington, and California.
Black Bears:
* Throughout North America: Black bears have the widest distribution, found from Mexico to Canada and from the Atlantic to the Pacific. They are particularly common in the eastern and southeastern United States, as well as in Canada.
Polar Bears:
* Arctic regions: Polar bears are primarily found in the Arctic, including Canada, Greenland, Russia, Norway, and the United States (Alaska).
American Black Bears:
* Eastern North America: This subspecies is found in the eastern US and southeastern Canada.
Grizzly Bears:
* Western North America: Found in the Rocky Mountains, primarily in Canada and the United States (Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Washington, and California).
It's important to remember:
* Bear populations are constantly changing due to factors like habitat loss, hunting, and climate change.
* Bears are wild animals and can be dangerous. If you are hiking or camping in bear country, it is crucial to take precautions to avoid encounters.