Distance Learning

Big Bend Bear Necessities

Grade Level:
Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Subject:
Science
State Standards:
TEKS 112.3.12 (A-C), 112.3.13 (A), 112.5.12 (A-C), 112.5.13 (A)

From their traits to their fates, learn about the black bears that call Big Bend home. Join a ranger in discovering the adaptations that help them survive the many ecosystems that exist within the park, discussing the ecological niche that the bears fill, and finding out how the bears, once extirpated from our side of the river, made their return. (30-45 minutes.)

To request a program for your group, fill out the Distance Learning Program Request form on the Distance Learning page of the Big Bend National Park website.

Materials

To prepare for the program, read through this guide to learn about the return of the Mexican Black Bear to Big Bend National Park.

Download Black Bears in Big Bend

Tags: big bend national park rio grande wild and scenic river bears ecology animals adaptation

Last updated: April 1, 2025