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Barrenground Grizzly BearUrsus arctos horribilisThe Barrenground Grizzly Bear ranges across the north andeastern Mackenzie District. Though still a ferocious predatorand formidable prey, NWT grizzlies tend to be smaller thantheir southern counterparts.CHARACTERISTICSLarger than black bearsand more heavily built,grizzlies are noted for theirdistinctively long, upturnedsnout, pronounced shoulderhump, and elongated claws.Barrenground grizzlies needa lot of space, with homeranges of around 6700km 2(4163 square miles).CHALLENGESDespite their stocky, amblingappearance, Grizzlies canmove with devastating speed.There are few creatures onthe planet as deadly as afemale grizzly with cubs.SEASONAugust 31 – October 31April 15 – May 31September 1 – May 31depending on regionTERRAINGrizzly bears prefer open orlightly forested areas. Theyare most often found in alpineand sub-alpine regions, aswell as tundra, but borealforest sightings are notuncommon.BAG LIMIT1 Adult bear notaccompanied by a cubor in a den.NORTHWEST TERRITORIES TOURISM | 2012 HUNTING GUIDE | 1.800.661.0788 | SPECTACULARNWT.COM 9