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B.C. mama bear shows cubs how to scratch against tree

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Bears caught on camera in B.C. using trees to scratch an itch
Several bears were caught on camera earlier this month using some trees in Prince George, B.C. to scratch an itch. A larger bear can first be seen rubbing its back against a tree before a cub appears to mimic the movement a few seconds later – Oct 21, 2020

A mama bear was caught on camera recently appearing to show her cub how to scratch an itch against a tree.

The video, posted by The Weather Network, was taken on Oct. 6 in Prince George, B.C.

The mother can be seen scratching her back against a rather skinny tree, with her two cubs hanging around nearby.

Mom even grabs the tree with her paw to get more leverage.

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When she’s finished, one of her cubs stands up and appears to try to scratch its back as well, and even though the little one uses a different motion, it seems to be quite successful.

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