The Asian black bear, also known as the moon bear, is a medium-sized bear species found in forests across Asia, including countries like China, Japan, and India. They are characterized by their distinctive white crescent-shaped marking on their chest and have a thick, black fur coat. These bears typically weigh between 220 to 440 pounds and can stand about 4 to 6 feet tall when on their hind legs. Asian black bears are primarily herbivorous, feeding on fruits, nuts, and vegetation, but they also consume insects and small animals. They are excellent climbers, often found foraging in trees. Due to habitat loss and poaching, their populations are declining, and they are classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).