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Spotting a mature black bear in the wild? It’s trickier than it looks—especially with fleeting glimpses and tricky lighting. But focus on three key clues: ears, belly, and legs. Big, rounded ears? Likely a youngster. Mature bears sport smaller, more spaced-out ears thanks to their wider heads. A low-hanging, portly belly with a thick neck and broad back? That’s a trophy bear. And those long, skinny legs? Classic “dog bears”—young ones still growing. Just remember: right after hibernation, even adults can look lean and leggy until they bulk up on food. Master these three signs, and you’ll be…
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