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They have long tongues to make it easier to get ants and such out deep crevices. Ants is one of their favorite foods.

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Q: Why do sun bears have such a long tongue?
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Well, as they are called black bears, a black bears tongue is actually blue.


How big is a sun bear's tongue?

An adult sun bear's tongue can be 8 inches to 10 inches long!


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How many teeth do sun bears have and how long are they?

Sun bears have a total of 40 teeth including two very sharp canines. Their canines, which are used to bite through twigs and big leaves, are recorded to be as long as 5 inches!


Are there sun bears in China?

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How big are sun bears claws and paws?

Male Sun bear's claws can be as long as 5 inches and their paws can be as wide as 5 inches across.


Are sun bears in North American zoos?

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Do sun bears attack India?

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