This featured article from URSUS, IBA’s peer-reviewed journal, has been selected by BioOne as part of their “Top & Trending Research in 2025” collection—a curated list of the most-read peer-reviewed articles in the field of ecology. We’re highlighting Coady et al.’s important work: “Denning ecology of an at-risk American black bear population in a unique habitat on the Bruce Peninsula, Ontario, Canada.” This study describes the first documented record of American black bears denning below ground in natural fissures within karst topography. It is crucial to understand population-specific denning habitat so we can inform conservation and management efforts. Swipe through to learn more, or head to the BioOne Digital Library to access the full article: https://doi.org/10.2192/URSUS-D-23-00017R1 IBA Members get full access to all URSUS articles. Want your research featured? Submit to URSUS at bearbiology.org Low-cost publication charges: • 10 pages or less: $500 USD • 11 pages or more: $700 USD • Open access option: $400 USD An IBA membership is not required to submit to URSUS. —— Image Descriptions: 1. Two American black bear cubs in a forest, with title, author, and issue info overlaid; IBA and BioOne logos. 2. American black bear in tall grass looks at the camera; on-screen text summarizes the goals of the study. 3. Map showing study area on Bruce Peninsula, Ontario, Canada; on-screen text describes features of study area. 4. American black bear standing on hind legs in tall grass; overlaid text explains research methods. 5. Bear den dug into a small mound within a forest; overlaid text describes den locations. 6. Researcher lying on snow, reaching into vertical fissure of a bear den; text notes den characteristics. 7. American black bear cub climbing a tree; text highlights habitat features. 8. American black bear in short grass with vegetation in its mouth; text summarizes findings. 9. Two American black bear cubs playing in short grass; text covers conservation implications. 10. Cover of Ursus 2025 issue; text encourages article submissions. #BearResearch #BearConservation #bearbiology (fb)

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