- American Black Bears are the smallest and most common bear on the continent. They are found in densely forested areas of the upper Cumberland River Basin – primarily in the mountains of Kentucky.
- They have an exceptional sense of smell and have been documented making an 18 mile bee-line for food. Their sense of smell is many times better than dogs, including bloodhounds.
- The species is highly intelligent and adept with its front paws. It’s capable of unscrewing jars and opening door handles.
- American black bear dens can be in caves, dens, or even well above the ground in hollow trees.
