Are Felis and ursus related

Felis (cats) and Ursus (bears) are not closely related, as they belong to different families within the order Carnivora. Felis is part of the Felidae family, while Ursus belongs to the Ursidae family. Although they share a common ancestor within Carnivora, their evolutionary paths diverged millions of years ago, leading to distinct adaptations and characteristics.