State reminds people to be ‘bear aware’ as Anchorage heads deeper into summer
Alaska Department of Fish and Game biologist Cory Stantorf reports frequent calls about bear activity within Anchorage neighborhoods, primarily driven by residents leaving bird feeders accessible to wildlife. According to Stantorf, these feeders attract bears to decks and porches, leading to increased human-bear conflicts and potential public safety risks. The Ecological Impact of Residential Bird … Read more