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Bear killings rise as garbage and bird feeders lure bears into towns
Original: Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict
Reports across multiple US outlets say bears are being killed at a sharply higher rate as unsecured garbage and bird feeders draw them into residential areas, leading to conflicts that wildlife managers often end by euthanising the animals. Coverage highlights how easily available food sources condition bears to approach homes, making repeat encounters increasingly common and prompting calls for residents to secure attractants.
Why now: A surge in bears being killed after entering neighbourhoods for garbage and bird feeders is drawing widespread attention and concern over human-wildlife conflict.
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Evidence
- Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict · WBKB11.com
- Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict · nny360.com
- Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict · reflector.com
- Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict · TownLift, Park City News
- 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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