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Bear Hunting Thrives Amid Rising Attack Concerns

11/22/2025

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Bears: Hunting and Attacks

In Pennsylvania, bear hunting seasons are underway, with the regular firearms season set for November 22–25.
Hunters have already harvested 1,172 bears during early seasons.
Scott Price emphasizes caring for the meat after a bear is harvested.
In Japan, bear attacks have surged, with 13 fatalities this year, prompting U.S. officials to warn visitors.
In Arkansas, two fatal bear attacks occurred within a month; authorities are investigating.

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Bear Chases Boy

A black bear chased 11-year-old Cole Frazee into a Family Dollar store in Pennsylvania.
The boy and the cashier leaped onto the counter for safety.
Surveillance footage shows the bear roaming the store for about ten minutes before exiting.
In the Great Smoky Mountains, a young bear was rescued after causing a traffic jam, prompting park officials to remind visitors about bear safety.

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Historical Context

The American black bear population has surged since the 20th century, with over 600,000 reported in 2015. Historically hunted for meat and fur, black bears faced severe declines due to unregulated hunting until conservation efforts began. Recent bear attacks, including two fatalities in Arkansas, highlight the need for public safety measures as urban expansion increases human-wildlife interactions.

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Bears: Hunting and Attacks

In Pennsylvania, bear hunting seasons are underway, with the regular firearms season set for November 22–25.
Hunters have already harvested 1,172 bears during early seasons.
Scott Price emphasizes caring for the meat after a bear is harvested.
In Japan, bear attacks have surged, with 13 fatalities this year, prompting U.S. officials to warn visitors.
In Arkansas, two fatal bear attacks occurred within a month; authorities are investigating.

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