All articles tagged with #bear
A bear named Yellow 2120, living under an Altadena home for nearly two months, was successfully removed by wildlife rescue professionals after multiple failed attempts by officials, with the bear finally leaving following a coordinated effort involving paintballs and specialized techniques; its current whereabouts are unknown.
A bear has been trapped under an Altadena home for a month, but a trap set to catch the specific bear, Yellow 2120, caught the wrong one, leading to ongoing issues for the homeowner. Despite efforts to flush the bear out, it remains under the house, causing damage and distress, with the department recognizing the bear's previous relocations and return to the area.
A 200-pound Turkish bear named Okan went viral after being treated for an upset stomach caused by overeating fruit. He was examined at Istanbul University’s veterinary faculty, received a clean bill of health, and was returned to the wildlife park where he is now healthy and playful. Okan has a history of similar incidents, and the center is adjusting his diet to prevent future tummy troubles.
A black bear named Fuzzy caused a minor disturbance at an ice cream parlor near Lake Tahoe, sampling multiple flavors before leaving without significant damage. The incident highlights the frequent bear encounters in the Tahoe Basin, where bears have become accustomed to human food, emphasizing the importance of proper wildlife management and safety precautions.
A viral video shows a man feeding a wild bear in a national park, which results in the bear lunging at him, highlighting the dangers of approaching wild animals. The incident underscores the importance of respecting wildlife rules in parks, especially as budget cuts threaten these natural resources. Commenters emphasize the need for caution and maintaining a safe distance from wild animals to prevent dangerous encounters.
During a promotional video shoot in Alaska, a brown bear charged towards the Seattle Kraken mascot and a team player but turned away before contact, with no injuries reported. The incident occurred in Katmai National Park during a fly-fishing outing, highlighting the importance of respecting wildlife in their natural habitat.
Seattle Kraken mascot Buoy was briefly chased by a bear while in Alaska, where Kraken player John Hayden was also fishing; the bear showed aggressive behavior but eventually let Buoy go unharmed, adding a wild encounter to their trip.
Romania's parliament has authorized the culling of nearly 500 bears in response to the fatal mauling of a 19-year-old hiker, citing overpopulation concerns. The decision has sparked controversy, with environmental groups arguing that culling will not solve the problem and advocating for preventive measures instead. Romania has Europe's largest brown bear population outside of Russia, and bear attacks have been a growing issue.
A bear found dead in a trash bag in Arlington was struck by a vehicle on I-66 in Prince William County and then illegally dumped by a VDOT contractor. The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is investigating the incident and considering charges.
A Minnesota woman, Bailey Jacobson, chased after a bear to save her dog, Zeus, when it began chasing him down her driveway. The heart-pounding incident, captured on home surveillance video, showed Jacobson screaming and running back toward her home after the bear lunged at her. Fortunately, neither Jacobson, Zeus, nor the bears were hurt.
A Minnesota woman, Bailey Jacobson, chased after a bear that was pursuing her dog, Zeus, down her driveway, as captured on home surveillance video. After encountering three bears rummaging through her trash, Jacobson screamed, causing two smaller bears to flee, but the larger one chased Zeus. Both Jacobson and Zeus managed to escape unharmed.
A bear nicknamed "Oreo" has been repeatedly entering homes in Monrovia, ransacking fridges for food, including chocolate cake and Oreo cookies. While bear sightings are common in the area, residents are concerned about the bear's boldness and are considering contacting wildlife experts for possible relocation.
A bear broke into a Monrovia home through a window and left with a pack of Oreos, alarming neighbors who have noticed an increase in bold bear behavior in the area. No injuries were reported.
A group of people in North Carolina was caught on camera pulling two bear cubs from a tree to take pictures with them, leaving one orphaned and potentially injured. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has opened an investigation into the incident, and one of the cubs has been transported to a rehabilitation facility where it is now recovering well. Wildlife experts emphasize the importance of leaving wild animals alone and contacting state wildlife agencies for assistance rather than interfering with them.
A woman from Belarus died in Slovakia after being chased by a bear while walking with a male companion in the Low Tatras mountain range. The woman's body was found below a ravine, and it is believed she fell to her death while being chased by the bear. The companion was unharmed. This incident comes amid a rise in bear attacks in the region, with Slovakia experiencing a fatal attack in 2021, the first in over a century. The country's Carpathian mountains are known for their brown bear population, with Slovakia having the second-highest concentration after Romania.