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American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) Public Policy Report
Access the AIBS Public Policy Reports - highlighting key issues in science policy, funding, and research.
From humble beginnings in 1968, the International Association for Bear Research and Management (IBA) has grown into a thriving community of bear biologists, managers, technicians, educators, and conservationists. We have approximately 500 members in over 40 countries, and receive assistance from donors, partner organizations and non-members as well.
IBA impacts bear conservation through conferences, publications, grants, and our website. Our efforts focus on supporting our members’ work and helping train the next generation of bear professionals. Please help us to help bears by making a donation to IBA, your support is vital to the continued success of our organization.
John Hechtel – IBA President
FAST FACTS
Species: Ailuropoda melanoleuca (Giant Panda)
Location: Minshan Mountains, China (33°38’N 103°36’E)
Wild Population: Estimated 1,864 individuals
IUCN Status: Vulnerable (VU)
Access the AIBS Public Policy Reports - highlighting key issues in science policy, funding, and research.
Double your impact for bears. Every dollar donated to IBA before December 31st, 2025, will be matched up to $10,000!
The newest edition of International Bear News is now available for download.
Information regarding BioOne's new partnership.
Details about the 29th IBA Conference!
Here you will find the most recent Ursus articles. IBA members can access all Ursus articles through the BioOne link in the members portal.
Here you will find the most recent Ursus articles. IBA members can access all Ursus articles through the BioOne link in the members portal.
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Membership in the IBA benefits bear researchers, managers, students and conservationists alike. The IBA offers connectivity with peers, professional meetings, publications, and updated information and news pertaining to bears and bear projects worldwide. Membership entitles you to receive International Bear News, and access to our peer-reviewed journal Ursus. It is the most comprehensive publication dedicated specifically to bear research and management. Other membership benefits include various discounts during our international conferences, and voting privileges.
IBA is an non-profit professional society with members from over 45 different countries who dedicate their time to protecting bears. Small and large donations alike collectively fund IBA’ programs including grants for frontline work for bears, our peer-reviewed journal Ursus and global conferences. Please consider supporting our work by donating today.
FAST FACTS
Species: Ursus maritimus (Polar bear)
Location: Northern Beaufort Sea, Canada (77°24’N 120°15’E)
Wild Population: Estimated 26,500 individuals
IUCN Status: Vulnerable (VU)
