Bears are among the most beloved wild animals. World Animal Protection has been working to protect bears for more than 30 years from cruelty and abuse in the entertainment and traditional medicine industries. The following fun facts about bears are just a few reasons why these mighty, lovable animals need our protection. Read on to learn more about bears and what you can do to help them.

Grizzly bears possess a biting force of over 1200 PSI, which is enough to crush a bowling ball or an iron skillet.

Adult grizzly bears can run up to an incredible 40mph — the same pace as a greyhound — and would break the speed limit on many roads in the US!

Polar bears, the largest of all bear species, can weigh between 900-1500 pounds and grow approximately 6-10 feet long!

With all of these incredible physical traits, it’s no wonder that bears have proven themselves to be dominant predators in the wild.