Questions 31-40
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

THE SPIRIT BEAR

General facts
· It is a white bear belonging to the black bear family.
· Its colour comes from an uncommon 31 {{response}} .
· Local people believe that it has unusual 32 {{response}} .
· They protect the bear from 33 {{response}} .

Habitat
· The bear's relationship with the forest is complex.
· Tree roots stop 34 {{response}} along salmon streams.
· The bears' feeding habits provide nutrients for forest vegetation.
· It is currently found on a small number of 35 {{response}} .

Threats
· Habitat is being lost due to deforestation and construction of
36 {{response}} by logging companies.
· Unrestricted 37 {{response}} is affecting the salmon supply.
· The bears' existence is also threatened by their low rate of 38 {{response}} .

Going forward
· Interested parties are working together.
· Logging companies must improve their 39 {{response}} of logging.
· Maintenance and 40 {{response}} of the spirit bears' territory is needed.