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Bear conflicts reach unprecedented levels in south-central Montana
Original: Bear conflicts hit unprecedented levels in south-central Montana, wildlife managers say
Wildlife managers in south-central Montana report that conflicts between bears and people have reached levels never seen before in the region. The rise in encounters is drawing attention to how residents, ranchers and landowners cope with bears moving into populated areas, and wildlife authorities are expected to respond with increased management efforts.
Why now: A rise in human-bear encounters is raising safety and wildlife management concerns for local residents.
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- Bear conflicts hit unprecedented levels in south-central Montana, wildlife managers say · Montana Public Radio
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