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Black Bear Roams Tradition, Officials Urge Precautions

6/5/2026

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A black bear was spotted in Tradition, Port St. Lucie, Florida on Sunday.
Trapper Jay of Treasure Coast Wildlife Trappers recorded the bear at 2 a.m. and 5 a.m.
The bear returned Monday, inspected a boar trap camera and lingered for hours.
Town Park Homeowners Association urged to leash pets, use flashlights at night and secure trash.
State wildlife officials said they will not relocate the bear unless it becomes a threat.

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Story summary

A black bear was spotted in Tradition, Port St. Lucie, Florida on Sunday.
Trapper Jay of Treasure Coast Wildlife Trappers recorded the bear at 2 a.m. and 5 a.m.
The bear returned Monday, inspected a boar trap camera and lingered for hours.
Town Park Homeowners Association urged to leash pets, use flashlights at night and secure trash.
State wildlife officials said they will not relocate the bear unless it becomes a threat.