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Montana officials kill 14 black bears over human food habit
Original: Montana wildlife officials cull 14 black bears after they lost fear of people, ate human food
Montana wildlife officials have culled 14 black bears that had grown comfortable around people after repeatedly eating human food and losing their natural fear of humans. Officials say food-conditioned bears pose a safety risk and cannot be relocated. The action has drawn attention to how improperly stored food and garbage in bear country can lead to animals being put down.
Why now: The killing of so many bears over food-conditioning sparks debate about wildlife management and human responsibility in bear country.
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- Montana wildlife officials cull 14 black bears after they lost fear of people, ate human food · Washington Times
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