THE SPIRIT BEAR

General facts

• It is a white bear belonging to the black bear family.
• Its colour comes from an uncommon 31.
• Local people believe that it has unusual 32.
• They protect the bear from 33.

Habitat

• The bear's relationship with the forest is complex.
• Tree roots stop 34. along salmon streams.
• The bears' feeding habits provide nutrients for forest vegetation.
• It is currently found on a small number of 35.

Threats

• Habitat is being lost due to deforestation and construction of 36. by logging companies.
• Unrestricted 37. is affecting the salmon supply.
• The bears' existence is also threatened by their low rate of 38.

Going forward

• Interested parties are working together.
• Logging companies must improve their 39. of logging.
• Maintenance and 40. of the spirit bears' territory is needed.