They are the only bear species in the state, and, despite the name, their fur ranges in color from blond to black. It’s been ...

California's black bears are clever, resourceful and opportunistic. They eat anything and everything--fruits, nuts, insects, human food and pet food. They love bird feeders. They poach mountain lion ...

Dogs and bears may fight. And it's unclear how chasing a random bear, perhaps in a forest, is going to discourage it from foraging for food around humans. (The Department of Fish and Wildlife ...