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In the past six months, 437 bear sightings or complaints have been recorded in New York. Although this number has decreased compared to last year, this does not mean that the bears no longer want to eat. Running into a hungry bear can ruin your day. Lohud has collected interesting facts about the black bear population in New York and prepared tips to help you avoid meeting them.
A huge black bear staggers past the garage at night and heads to the shed where the electric car is charging. He sniffs the trash can and recycling bins, but finds nothing but a few empty boxes, and walks away, leaving wet paw prints in his wake.
The video footage of a home in Chemung County was released by the State Environmental Protection Agency to emphasize that bear feeding grounds are a bad idea.
The best way to scare away bears is to keep food covered. If left with some food or bird food, the bears will act like neighbors constantly knocking on the door to borrow a pinch of salt. They will keep coming back again and again.
“By removing and safely storing food sources that may attract bears, the public is helping to keep bears away from people, homes, and neighborhoods, which helps keep bears healthy and safe,” according to the State Environmental Protection Agency.
On the subject: A park in New Jersey was closed due to the aggression of bears living there
Summer is the time of the year when you can see bears most often. After months of hibernation, these animals come out in search of high-calorie food to support their bodies, which can weigh up to 130 kg.
How many bears live in New York
According to the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), there are approximately 6,000 to 8,000 bears in New York City that live in open hunting areas. About 50-60% of them are in the Adirondack region, another 30-35% are in Catskills, and the rest can be found in Central and Western New York.
However, the bears have begun to appear in more densely populated areas in the Hudson Valley and the Southern Tier, increasing the potential for conflict between humans and bears, state officials said. Some bears have also been observed temporarily appearing in the Lake Ontario, Mohawk Valley, and St. lawrence valley
When the bears activate and begin to move
Wildlife biologist Brendan Quirion of the Environment Agency says bears are more active in the spring and summer as they search for food after hibernation. “This activity is also affected by weather conditions, especially during periods of drought, which can reduce the availability of natural food sources,” Kvirion says.
Bears are only looking for food
Male bears are known for their ability to travel long distances – up to 200 square kilometers – in the summer, during the breeding season, in search of partners.
Is it forbidden to feed the bear
Yes, it is forbidden if you do it intentionally. The Department of the Environment warns that when bears get food from humans, they become bold and aggressive.
How to limit your interactions with bears
Quirion suggests emptying the bird feeders and cleaning up the scattered seeds. “Let nature feed the birds in spring and autumn,” he says.
The EPA also recommends securing dumpsters in a secure building, cleaning and removing grease and food residue from grills, and keeping pet and livestock food indoors. Consider using electric fences for chicken coops and apiaries to protect your flocks and hives.
What if I see a bear
Bears are the second largest mammal in New York after the moose. They are excellent tree climbers and can reach speeds of up to 40 km per hour.
They are usually wary of humans, but may lose this fear if they are looking for food. Wildlife experts recommend leaving the bear an escape route and not locking it up.
If a bear is in your garden, make loud noises, yell, or bang on pots and pans to startle it while keeping a safe distance.
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In the past six months, 437 bear sightings or complaints have been recorded in New York. Although this number has decreased compared to last year, this does not mean that the bears no longer want to eat. Running into a hungry bear can ruin your day. Lohud has collected interesting facts about the black bear population in New York and prepared tips to help you avoid meeting them.
A huge black bear staggers past the garage at night and heads to the shed where the electric car is charging. He sniffs the trash can and recycling bins, but finds nothing but a few empty boxes, and walks away, leaving wet paw prints in his wake.
The video footage of a home in Chemung County was released by the State Environmental Protection Agency to emphasize that bear feeding grounds are a bad idea.
The best way to scare away bears is to keep food covered. If left with some food or bird food, the bears will act like neighbors constantly knocking on the door to borrow a pinch of salt. They will keep coming back again and again.
“By removing and safely storing food sources that may attract bears, the public is helping to keep bears away from people, homes, and neighborhoods, which helps keep bears healthy and safe,” according to the State Environmental Protection Agency.
On the subject: A park in New Jersey was closed due to the aggression of bears living there
Summer is the time of the year when you can see bears most often. After months of hibernation, these animals come out in search of high-calorie food to support their bodies, which can weigh up to 130 kg.
How many bears live in New York
According to the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), there are approximately 6,000 to 8,000 bears in New York City that live in open hunting areas. About 50-60% of them are in the Adirondack region, another 30-35% are in Catskills, and the rest can be found in Central and Western New York.
However, the bears have begun to appear in more densely populated areas in the Hudson Valley and the Southern Tier, increasing the potential for conflict between humans and bears, state officials said. Some bears have also been observed temporarily appearing in the Lake Ontario, Mohawk Valley, and St. lawrence valley
When the bears activate and begin to move
Wildlife biologist Brendan Quirion of the Environment Agency says bears are more active in the spring and summer as they search for food after hibernation. “This activity is also affected by weather conditions, especially during periods of drought, which can reduce the availability of natural food sources,” Kvirion says.
Bears are only looking for food
Male bears are known for their ability to travel long distances – up to 200 square kilometers – in the summer, during the breeding season, in search of partners.
Is it forbidden to feed the bear
Yes, it is forbidden if you do it intentionally. The Department of the Environment warns that when bears get food from humans, they become bold and aggressive.
How to limit your interactions with bears
Quirion suggests emptying the bird feeders and cleaning up the scattered seeds. “Let nature feed the birds in spring and autumn,” he says.
The EPA also recommends securing dumpsters in a secure building, cleaning and removing grease and food residue from grills, and keeping pet and livestock food indoors. Consider using electric fences for chicken coops and apiaries to protect your flocks and hives.
What if I see a bear
Bears are the second largest mammal in New York after the moose. They are excellent tree climbers and can reach speeds of up to 40 km per hour.
They are usually wary of humans, but may lose this fear if they are looking for food. Wildlife experts recommend leaving the bear an escape route and not locking it up.
If a bear is in your garden, make loud noises, yell, or bang on pots and pans to startle it while keeping a safe distance.
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