US EditionB.C. residents reminded about bear-aware messaging ahead of fruit harvest
- September is a particularly dangerous month for bears in British Columbia, with statistics showing it as the deadliest month for bears killed by conservation officers, according to the Fur-Bearers.
- In 2024, 303 black bears were killed in British Columbia, a decline from 603 bears in 2023, highlighting ongoing concerns about wildlife safety.
- Lesley Fox urged residents with fruit trees to connect with local gleaning programs to manage unharvested produce and deter bears from urban areas.
- Fox emphasized that black bears are a native species deserving respect, and public education is key to changing misconceptions about their behavior.
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B.C. residents reminded about bear-aware messaging ahead of fruit harvest
303 bears were put down by conservation officer provincewide last year
·Parksville, Canada
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