Grizzly facts provided by sustainable resources

n In Alberta, grizzly bears are active from spring until late autumn. n The grizzly bear has been designated as threatened under Albertas Wildlife Act. n Current range includes areas in or near the Rocky Mountains and in some boreal forest areas of north-central and northwestern Alberta. n Adult male (or boar) average weight is

180 kilograms
(716.5 pounds) or more.

n As a rule, grizzlies enter dens during a major snowfall (late October for females, late November for males). n Like northern black bears, grizzlies hibernate for the winter, although the period spent in the winter den averages slightly less and they do occasionally wake up and roam near the den during the winter.

(400 pounds) but in better habitats, weight can be

325 kilograms

n The spring grizzly bear hunt was suspended in 2006 to allow for a better population assessment. The hunting suspension continued through 2010. n In specific Wildlife Management Units, the hunt may resume once criteria of recovery plan for population and wildlife management objectives have been met.

n On recommendation from the Endangered Species Conservation Committee, the grizzly bear is listed as threatened because of the small size of the breeding population, restricted dispersal from adjacent jurisdictions and the expectation that current and future land use and human activity will lead to declines.

n Adult female (or sow) averageweight is about two-thirds that of the male. n Adult forefoot print width is about 14 centimetres (5.5 inches). Adult rear foot print length is about 25 centimetres (9.75 inches).

n One to three cubs are born during the winter (the most common litter size is two).
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