Planet Zoo 2 Sun Bear
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Sun Bear in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Sun Bear requirements
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Biome | Tropical, Wetlands |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 920 m², Aquatic 30 m², Climbable 30 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 135 m², Aquatic 15 m², Climbable 15 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 20 m² |
| Temperature | 18 to 33 °C |
| Group size | 1–2 |
| Barrier | Grade 3, at least 3 m high, climb-proof |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Vulnerable |
At 920 m² of land, the Sun Bear needs more land than 86% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Sun Bear space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (2 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 920 m² | 135 m² | 1055 m² |
| Aquatic | 30 m² | 15 m² | 45 m² |
| Climbable | 30 m² | 15 m² | 45 m² |
Shelter: 20 m² per animal.
Sun Bear barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 3 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | Yes, the barrier must stop climbing |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Sun Bear species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (nose-to-rump length) | male 1.4 m, female 1.25 m |
Setup checklist for a Sun Bear habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Sun Bear as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 920 m², Aquatic 30 m², Climbable 30 m², plus Land 135 m², Aquatic 15 m², Climbable 15 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 3 barrier at least 3 m high, climb-proof.
- Keep the temperature within 18 to 33 °C and theme the area as Tropical, Wetlands.
- Plan a group of 1 to 2 animals.
Animals that can live with the Sun Bear
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Sun Bear, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Sun Bear next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Asian Elephant, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Gharial, Komodo Dragon.
FAQ
How much space does a Sun Bear need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 920 m², Aquatic 30 m², Climbable 30 m² for the Sun Bear, plus Land 135 m², Aquatic 15 m², Climbable 15 m² for each additional animal, and 20 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Sun Bear need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Sun Bear needs a temperature of 18 to 33 °C and a group size of 1–2, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Sun Bear in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Sun Bear, and no other species lists it.