The Andean bear is also known as the spectacled bear because of the rings of light or white fur around the eyes, which often look like glasses when set against the bear’s dark fur. While it’s ...

While visiting the San Diego Zoo this week I was drawn to a crowd that had gathered in front of the Andean bear exhibit. Directly in front of the crowd was a bear on a high branch, bouncing as if ...

Despite its fame thanks to Paddington Bear, the Andean bear remains a mystery. The Museum is using genomic research to learn about these large, secretive mammals and how to protect their home. Endemic ...

Animal lovers can watch the bear family bond virtually on the Washington, D.C. zoo's website until the cubs make their public debut in the spring Kimberlee Speakman is a digital writer at PEOPLE.