Black bears cause stir in D.C. and Maryland neighborhoods
A black bear was spotted in Washington D.C.'s Brookland neighborhood, causing chaos and intrigue among residents and law enforcement. The bear was eventually tranquilized and captured by animal rescue officers. The black bear population in parts of the East Coast was considered endangered several decades ago but has since rebounded. Young bears are known to go as far as 100 miles to look for new habitat. Adult males are also roaming more during breeding season which runs until late July as they’re looking for a mate.