The gestation period for sun bears is approximately 95 to 165 days, with an average gestation period of around 95 to 100 days. The exact length of gestation can vary depending on factors such as the health of the mother bear, environmental conditions, and genetic factors.
Sun bears, also known as Malayan sun bears, are the smallest species of bear and are found in Southeast Asia. They typically give birth to one to two cubs at a time, and the cubs are born blind, hairless, and helpless. The cubs remain with their mother for several years, learning important survival skills such as foraging for food and climbing trees.
Sun bears are threatened by habitat loss, poaching, and illegal trade, and their populations are declining. Conservation efforts are underway to protect sun bears and their habitats and to reduce the demand for bear products.