spectacled bear
Refers to the South American bear species Tremarctos ornatus, named for the light facial markings that resemble glasses.
The spectacled bear inhabits the Andes mountains of South America.
Usually written in katakana; the kanji form 眼鏡熊 is rare.
Kanji spelling is uncommon; the katakana form is preferred.
Compound of 眼鏡 (megane, 'glasses') and 熊 (kuma, 'bear'), referring to the distinctive facial markings.