A grizzly bear standing on its hind legs typically reaches a height of about 8 feet (2.4 meters), with some large individuals growing up to nearly 9 to 9.8 feet (2.7 to 3 meters) tall
. Male grizzlies are generally taller and heavier than females, with females standing around 6.5 feet (2 meters) when upright
. This upright posture is often used by bears for better vision, intimidation, and communication
