What is special about the world's smallest bear in Vietnam?

Sun bear (Helarctos malayanus), a native animal of Vietnam, with unique and interesting biological characteristics.

1. The smallest bear in the world . The sun bear is only about 70 cm tall when standing on all fours and weighs an average of 25 to 65 kg - a modest size compared to other bears such as brown bears or polar bears. Photo: Pinterest.

2. Extremely long tongue. Sun bears' tongues can be up to 20–25cm long, helping them lick honey, catch ants and insects in tree cracks easily - a feature that also makes them called "honey bears". Photo: Pinterest.

3. Possessing long and curved claws. Sun bears have very long and curved claws, suitable for climbing trees and digging termite nests. They are extremely good "climbers" in the animal world. Photo: Pinterest.

4. Distinctive markings on the chest. The most distinctive feature of this species is the prominent crescent-shaped patch of light-colored fur on the chest, often likened to a “rising sun”, which helps distinguish it from other bear species. Photo: Pinterest.

5. They are solitary and nocturnal. Sun bears are solitary and usually only active at night to forage for food, making them difficult to observe in the wild. Photo: Pinterest.

6. Only lives in Southeast Asia. This bear species is mainly distributed in the tropical forests of Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and part of Indonesia. Photo: Pinterest.

7. Highly intelligent. Studies have shown that sun bears have excellent learning and memory skills. They can use simple tools to find food in captivity. Photo: Pinterest.

8. Endangered species. Sun bears are critically endangered by hunting, illegal trade, and habitat loss. They are currently listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Photo: Pinterest.

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