The Asiatic Black Bear, also known as the moon bear, is a medium-sized bear species found in forests across Asia, including regions in China, India, and Japan. They are characterized by their distinctive white crescent-shaped marking on their chest and their thick, black fur. These bears typically weigh between 220 to 440 pounds and can stand up to 6 feet tall when on their hind legs. Asiatic Black Bears are primarily herbivorous, feeding on fruits, nuts, and vegetation, but they may also consume insects and small animals. They are excellent climbers, often seen 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).