1. A rare black bear with white or cream-colored fur on its chest and shoulders, found in British Columbia; also called a spirit bear.
Usage: Named after the Kermode First Nation; Often capitalized when referring to the specific subspecies

Examples

• The kermode bear is a subspecies of black bear found only in a small region of British Columbia.
• Wildlife photographers travel to remote areas hoping to spot a kermode in its natural habitat.
• The kermode's distinctive white fur makes it one of the most unusual bears in North America.
• Indigenous peoples of the region have long recognized the kermode as a sacred animal.
• Conservation efforts focus on protecting the kermode population and its forest habitat.