The Malayan Sun Bear (Beruang Matahari in Malay), scientifically known as Helarctos malayanus, is named for the bib-shaped golden or white patch on its chest. As the world’s smallest bear species, they are known for their endearing appearance. Sun bears primarily forage for berries, figs, fruits, and insects, particularly beetles, termites, and ants. Their long, narrow tongues allow them to easily extract honey from hives, earning them the nickname “Beruang Madu” or “Honey Bear” in Malay. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species classifies the Sun Bear as “Vulnerable,” making it the second rarest bear species after the panda.

马来熊（马来语称为Beruang Matahari），学名Helarctos malayanus，因胸前的围兜状金色或白色斑块而被称为太阳熊。作为世界上最小的熊类，它们以呆萌可爱的外表著称。马来熊主要在森林中觅食浆果、无花果、水果和昆虫，尤其是甲虫、白蚁和蚂蚁。它们细长的舌头能轻松地从蜂巢中提取蜂蜜，因此也被称为”Beruang Madu”，意为”蜜糖熊”。根据世界自然保护联盟（IUCN）受威胁物种红色名录，马来熊被列为”易危”（Vulnerable）级别，是继大熊猫之后第二稀有的熊科动物。