Is a brown bear a scavenger?

Answer 1

Not usually. They more often than not prefer fresh meat from their own kills than of other animals. However, given the opportunity, i.e., a wolf kill, they will take it over and scavenge the remains if it's hungry enough.

Answer 2

Yes, the brown bear is a carnivore.

the brown bear is a carnivore, is among the largest and most powerful of all land carnivores. Brown bears have non-retractable claws that they use primarily for digging. They can run at a considerable clip despite their large size and are know to reach speeds of up to 35mph. Brown bears have a coat of black, brown or tan fur with longer outer hair often of a different color. They have a sizable mass of muscle on their shoulders that gives them necessary strength to dig.

Answer 3

Yes. All species of bear will scavenge to at least some degree.

Answer 4

Yes, while they do hunt for prey, they will also take advantage of dead animals that wash up on the shore. It's a free meal that does not require much from the polar bear.

Answer 5

Yes

Answer 6

yes

Answer 7

yes