Kermode Bear

      The Kermode bear, also known as: the spirit bear, the ghost bear, or Ursus americanus kermodei, is a subspecies of the American black bear. They are extremely elusive and are a rare and stunning sight. Kermode bears are indigenous to The Great Bear Rain-forest, a forest located in a section of mainland and a few islands. It is believed that they were isolated in this area thousands of years ago where they began to evolve into the Kermode. Most are black, but about 10 percent have the iconic white fur because of a recessive gene passed down between generations. It is estimated that less than 1,200 of these majestic creatures are left in the wild. These rare and beautiful bears show just what the pristine corners of our Earth have to offer.