A special item with 10% donation that goes to WWF, waxcord bracelet with gold-plated recycled brass pendant addressing the concern for the Bear. ThreatsTwo-thirds of the world's bear species are threatened with extinction. Pollution, poaching, tourism, mining, climate change, habitat loss, and oil developments contribute to the dying out of bears. ImportanceBears, as large carnivores, play an important role in balance of their ecosystems environment and food web. Bears are used for various purposes including pharmaceutical and culinary purposes. Interesting Facts The world's smallest bear is the Sun Bear Japan is the only country that has documented an increase in Asiatic Bear numbers The 8 most endangered bear species are: Giant Panda, Sun Bear, Asiatic Black Bear, Sloth Bear, Andean Bear, Polar Bear, Brown Bear, and American Black Bear source: news.nationalgeographic.com