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The Grizzly bear (Ursus arctos) is a large omnivorous mammal that resides in parts of North America. A grizzly bear's diet consists primarily on berries, roots, and salmon. Grizzly bears are also known to occational prey on moose, honey and black bear cubs.
Grizzly bears will occational cross-breed with polar bears, creating a grizzly-polar hybrid. These hybrids are rare however.[Citation Needed]
Danger to humans
Grizzly bears are a danger for campers due to their tendency to raid campsites when food isn't properly disposed of. It is recommended that food is placed in a sealed container and then placed in a high location.
Small northern towns may have problems with grizzly bears if their garbage isn't placed in proper bear-proof garbage disposal units.
Popular culture
Forest fire prevention mascot Smokey Bear is a grizzly bear.