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Yearling Black Bear Spotted in Downtown Pismo Beach

7/8/2025

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A yearling black bear made an unexpected appearance in downtown Pismo Beach, California, on July 7, 2025, climbing a tree near Highway 101. Fish and Wildlife swiftly tranquilized the bear for evaluation and relocation, suspecting its mother might be lurking nearby. Residents are urged to keep an eye out and report any further bear sightings.

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Story summary

A yearling black bear made an unexpected appearance in downtown Pismo Beach, California, on July 7, 2025, climbing a tree near Highway 101. Fish and Wildlife swiftly tranquilized the bear for evaluation and relocation, suspecting its mother might be lurking nearby. Residents are urged to keep an eye out and report any further bear sightings.