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Stay in the loop with exciting updates, upcoming conferences, and key breakthroughs in bear conservation, and find out how you can get involved in our global efforts to protect these amazing animals.

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Here, you’ll find updates on groundbreaking research, new conservation projects, and important developments in the world of bear conservation. From fieldwork stories to expert insights, we share what’s happening with bears around the globe. Whether you’re a scientist, conservationist, or just passionate about wildlife, our news section will keep you in the know and connected with the bear conservation community.
Ursus

Ursus 2024 Volume 35 Articles 22-23

This volume provides two new open access articles discussing grizzly bear behaviour in Alaska and habitat selection of the Himalayan brown bear in India. IBA members can access all URSUS articles through the BioOne link in the members area.

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Ursus

Ursus 2024 Volume 35 Articles 20-21

This volume provides two new open access articles discussing infanticide by polar bears in Hudson Bay and body weight fluctuations in Asiatic black bears.
Members can access all URSUS articles now through the BioOne link in the members area.

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Letters & Statements

IBA & LCIE Position Statement 2024 – Bear Management in Slovak Republic

In collaboration with the Large Carnivore Initiative for Europe (LCIE), IBA has released a statement regarding recent bear management practices in the Slovak Republic. This statement has been formally sent to the Ministry of the Environment of the Slovak Republic and the European Commission Directorate-General for Environment.

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Ursus

Ursus 2024 Volume 35 Articles 18-19

This volume provides two new papers focusing on the interactions between people and the two bear species in Yellowstone National Park, plus an article on female Polar bears in Hudson Bay. Members can access the full articles now through the BioOne link in the members area.

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Fundraising

Double the Impact of Your Gift

🌟 You helped us surpass our challenge grant goal 💖 Thank you! Our work doesn't stop here. You can still help bears by making a donation that supports important programs for worldwide bear conservation.

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Ursus

Ursus 2024 Volume 35 Articles 16-17

This volume provides two new papers focusing on the interactions between people and the two bear species in Yellowstone National Park, plus an article on female Polar bears in Hudson Bay. Members can access the full articles now through the BioOne link in the members area.

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Ursus

Ursus 2024 Volume 35 Articles 14-15

This volume provides two new papers, one focusing on Asiatic Black Bears, and the other on hyperdontia in grizzly bears. Members can access the full articles now through the BioOne link in the members area.

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External Workshops

Eastern Black Bear Workshop: April 7-10th, 2025

Mark your calendars!

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Grants

2024/25 Grant Funding Cycle Now Open

Applications for the IBA 2024-25 grant funding cycle are now being accepted. The deadline to apply for a Research and Conservation or Experience and Exchange Grant is 1st October 2024.

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