American Black Bear Vs. Northern Copperhead

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Both creatures possess unique skills to survive and thrive in their unique environments.

Agkistrodon contortrix mokasen

Ursus americanus

Rocky hillsides, forests, swampy areas

Throughout Pacific Northwest's forests and mountains

around 18 years

18 years

Carnivorous; primarily feed on small rodents and birds

Omnivorous, will eat just about anything they get their paws on

24 and 36 inches

Up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) in length

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