✉news EnvironmentWildlife first seen 20 h ago, last 1 h ago, peak #25
Bear killings skyrocket as garbage and bird feeders draw conflicts
Original: Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict
Wildlife officials are reporting a sharp rise in bears being killed as the animals increasingly wander into neighborhoods, drawn by unsecured garbage and bird feeders. The trend is putting bears on a collision course with people, and authorities are urging residents to remove food attractants to prevent conflicts before they turn deadly for the animals.
Why now: Rising human-bear conflicts tied to easy food sources are prompting attention to wildlife management practices.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 3 snapshots from 20 h ago to 1 h ago.
Evidence
- Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict · Westword
- Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict · Stateline
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