Research, Education, Conservation

Bear Center

RESEARCH PROGRAMS

WSU scientists and students work with both free-ranging and captive bears. Because it is necessary to weigh the bears regularly, draw blood samples, and provide special diets, not all of the research can be done in the wild. Research with captive bears permits a more in-depth understanding of bear biology.


Physiological Studies

Ecological Studies

Watch a Video Overview of WSU Bear Research

 

Scientific Publications by bear center personnel or outside investigators using the captive bears at WSU.

Bear Research, Education and Conservation Program, PO Box 644236, Washington State University, Pullman WA 99164-4236, 509-335-1119, Contact Us