They also live on other Alaskan islands. They get angry quickly, but usually do not attack unless they are threatened. Grizzlies may also be called silvertips. A grizzly has long, curved claws that it uses chiefly to dig out ground squirrels and mice to eat. The claws are also used as weapons.
Grizzlies live mainly in Alaska and western Canada.
They also are found in the mountains of Idaho, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming. About 200 grizzlies live in Yellowstone National Park. American black bears are among the most common species. Not all black bears are completely black. Some have black coats with brown noses and white patches on the chest.