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

CT Residents Demand Action After Bear Breaks Into Multiple Homes

Residents along Arrow Point Road in Warren are reporting a surge in black bear home break-ins, prompting safety concerns and requests for increased state intervention. According to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), there were 40 reported home entries by bears across the state in 2025, a decrease from over 60 such … Read more

10 Bears Found After Only 7 Caught on Camera in Montana

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) officials identified 10 bears in the brush near Pendroy, Montana, one day after a local resident captured video footage of seven bears on her property. The incident, which occurred southeast of Great Falls, has prompted renewed warnings from wildlife managers regarding the importance of securing livestock and attractants in … Read more

How to Bear-Proof Your Property: A Complete Guide

How to Protect Your Property From Black Bears During Peak Season Late June and early July represent the peak season for human-bear interactions in New Hampshire, as black bears become increasingly active in search of food. New Hampshire Fish and Game officials report an average of 450 calls for assistance annually during this period. The … Read more

Bear Attacks Surge in Japan After 4 Injured in Residential Area

The Rising Conflict: Why Japan’s Human-Bear Coexistence is at a Breaking Point A quiet Tuesday in the Sasakino district of Fukushima turned into a scene of chaos this week as a black bear navigated a residential area, injuring four people in a series of brazen attacks. This incident is not an isolated anomaly; it is … Read more

Multiple Bear Sightings Reported in Green Valley

Living with Wildlife: Why Black Bear Sightings Are on the Rise in Arizona For residents of Green Valley and the greater Tucson area, the sight of a black bear hopping over a backyard wall is becoming a startling reality. As urban development pushes deeper into natural habitats and climate patterns shift, human-wildlife encounters are becoming … Read more

Massive bear terrorizes Los Angeles neighborhood

The Shrinking Gap: Why Wildlife is Moving Into Our Neighborhoods The sight of a massive bear wandering through a residential street in Sunland is more than just a viral video moment. This proves a symptom of a growing global trend. As urban sprawl continues to push into natural habitats, the boundary between human civilization and … Read more

Sneaky bear snatches bag of Doritos left outside CT home, video shows

The Evolution of Wildlife Surveillance: Lessons from the ‘Bear Cam’ The way we monitor wildlife is undergoing a digital transformation. Recent footage from Connecticut has highlighted a shift toward first-person perspectives in animal behavioral studies, providing a raw, unfiltered look at how wildlife navigates human environments. View this post on Instagram about Connecticut, Wildlife From … Read more

Curious black bear tranquilized by cops, topples out of tree after hours-long standoff in Albany

The Growing Trend of Urban Wildlife Encounters As natural habitats shift and seasonal cycles fluctuate, sightings of large mammals in residential neighborhoods are becoming a more frequent occurrence. A recent event in Albany, New York, serves as a prime example, where a young black bear scaled a tree at the corner of Second Avenue and … Read more

Fur suits and strange masks: How handlers are helping orphaned bear cubs after Monrovia attack

Undercover Caretakers: The Rise of ‘Wilding’ Techniques in Wildlife Rehabilitation In a remarkable display of dedication to wildlife preservation, the San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center is employing an unusual tactic to raise two orphaned black bear cubs: disguising their human caretakers as bears. This innovative approach, born out of necessity after the cubs’ … Read more