All articles tagged with #black bear
A 550-pound black bear has been living under an Altadena home for a month, despite efforts to remove it, leading the homeowner to consider legal action due to concerns about safety and wildlife protection.
A 550-pound black bear has been living in the crawl space under a homeowner's house in Altadena, California, causing damage and prompting wildlife officials to set traps and monitor the situation, highlighting the importance of securing crawl spaces to prevent bear intrusions.
Black Bear will release the boxing drama 'Christy,' starring Sydney Sweeney as a female boxer, in theaters on November 7, aiming for an Oscar campaign. The film is a biopic of champion Christy Martin, directed by David Michôd, and features a transformative performance by Sweeney, with plans to leverage awards season for promotion.
Florida's wildlife agency has approved the first black bear hunt since 2015, allowing up to 187 bears to be killed over a 23-day season in December, following public debate and setting the stage for future hunts.
A tiny five-pound Pomeranian named Scout bravely chased a black bear out of a Vancouver home, highlighting the unexpected heroism of small dogs and the importance of wildlife safety measures in bear-populated areas.
A black bear unexpectedly appeared in a Maryland suburb during Memorial Day, wandering into a residential area and climbing a tree, surprising local residents.
A black bear crashed through the ceiling into a Kentucky home and was found sitting on the stove before being safely returned to the wild by authorities.
A woman found dead in Downieville, California, last year was the victim of the state's first documented fatal black bear attack on a human. Authorities discovered Patrice Miller's remains after reports of a bear repeatedly returning to her home. DNA tests confirmed the bear responsible, which was later euthanized. This incident highlights increasing bear encounters in California.
A 71-year-old woman in Downieville, California, was killed by a black bear in November 2023, marking the first fatal black bear attack in the state's history. Authorities discovered Patrice Miller's body after a welfare check and determined the bear had been in her home for several days. The bear, which was later euthanized, had been a frequent nuisance on Miller's property. The incident has prompted local officials to advise residents to secure their homes and remove outdoor food sources to prevent further bear encounters.
A young black bear that wandered into a residential area in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, was tranquilized and safely captured by wildlife and rescue officials using a large tarp. The bear, which appeared not to be fully grown, will likely be relocated to state land in central Pennsylvania.
A young black bear that wandered into a suburban neighborhood in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, was tranquilized and safely caught by wildlife and rescue officials using a large tarp. The bear, which appeared not to be fully grown, will likely be relocated to state land in central Pennsylvania.
Arlington authorities discovered a dead black bear inside a plastic bag near Spout Run Parkway, prompting an investigation by the Animal Welfare League of Arlington and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. The unusual incident has raised questions about how and why the bear ended up in such a state, and authorities are seeking information from the public to aid their investigation.
A family reunion in South Dakota turned into a health scare when several members fell ill after consuming undercooked black bear meat, which was contaminated with Trichinella parasites. Despite freezing the meat for 45 days, the parasites survived, leading to trichinellosis in six family members, three of whom were hospitalized. The CDC emphasizes the importance of thoroughly cooking game meat to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit to kill parasites.
A 15-year-old boy is recovering after being attacked by a black bear that entered his cabin in Alpine, Arizona. The bear swiped at the boy's face and arm before being "dispatched" by wildlife officers. This marks the 16th bear attack in Arizona since 1990. Wildlife officials advise securing food and making noise to prevent bear encounters.
A driver in Northern Alberta, Canada witnessed a rare wildlife encounter between a black bear and a beaver, with the beaver valiantly attacking the bear despite being significantly smaller. The beaver initially held its own, but ultimately the bear overpowered and carried it away for a snack, showcasing the beaver's bravery but lack of strategic thinking.