What is a young bear called?

A young bear is called a cub. The word “cub” is a general zoological term for the young of several large predators, including bears, lions, tigers, leopards, and other big cats.

Bear cubs are born after a period of delayed implantation in many bear species, meaning the fertilized embryo may pause its development before the pregnancy continues. Cubs are usually born in a den during winter, when the mother is resting and relying on stored body fat. At birth, they are tiny, blind, and dependent on their mother for warmth and milk.

A bear family is commonly described as a sow with her cubs; an adult female bear is a sow, while an adult male is a boar. Cubs remain with their mother for months or years depending on the species. “Pup” and “kit” are sometimes used for young animals in general, but “cub” is the standard answer for a young bear.