Question

How many subspecies of sun bears are there?

Answer 1

There are no officially recognized subspecies of sun bears. However, there is some debate among scientists about whether there are distinct geographic variations in sun bear populations that might warrant subspecies status.

Answer 2

There are generally recognized to be two subspecies of sun bears: the Malayan sun bear (Helarctos malayanus malayanus) and the Bornean sun bear (Helarctos malayanus euryspilus).

Answer 3

There are two recognized subspecies of sun bears: the mainland sun bear (Helarctos malayanus malayanus) and the Bornean sun bear (Helarctos malayanus euryspilus). The Bornean sun bear is slightly larger and has a longer fur coat compared to the mainland sun bear.

Answer 4

Currently, there are no officially recognized subspecies of sun bears (Helarctos malayanus). However, there is ongoing research and debate within the scientific community regarding potential subspecies or regional variations within the sun bear population.