bear

Facts

A bear is a large, four-legged furry animal with dark brown or black hair, with sharp teeth and claws. They eat fish, insects, and plants.

Bears live in forests and mountain areas and were common in Israel during Bible times.
The bear was used in the Old Testament as a symbol of strength.
While tending sheep, the shepherd David fought a bear and defeated it.
Two bears came out of the woods and attacked a group of youths who had mocked the prophet Elisha.