Sun Bear, Helarctos malayanus, also known as the Honey Bear. It is the smallest member of the bear family

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Sun Bears are now considered vulnerable due to hunting of "nuisance bears" and the Chinese medicine trade. See also BPX216

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Size: 5184px × 3455px
Location: Malaysia
Photo credit: © Louise Heusinkveld / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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