US EditionThree Black Bears Killed over Two Days in Ucluelet
UCLUELET, BRITISH COLUMBIA, JUL 15 – Three black bears were euthanized after repeated incidents of property damage and approaching people due to food-conditioned behavior, prompting ongoing public safety measures by Conservation Officers.
- Over the course of two days this week, wildlife officers in the Ucluelet region euthanized three young male black bears following repeated incidents involving the animals seeking out human food sources.
- The killings followed multiple reports of bears breaking into garbage bins, tents, and homes while seeking non-natural food near campgrounds and resorts.
- Officials noted that most reports occurred during daytime when people were present, and one bear approached children while another guarded resort garbage cans habituated by improper fish waste disposal.
- Co-Owner Mayco Noel explained that leaving bins unlocked throughout the winter leads to problems when bears appear in June, by which time it’s too late to prevent issues, and he advised using lockable metal bins specifically designed for fish waste.
- Conservation officers will continue monitoring bear activity and respond as needed to ensure public safety, as bears with conflict histories are no longer eligible for relocation or rehabilitation.
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Food conditioning blamed as COs kill 3 bears in 2 days in Ucluelet
The West Coast has stepped into summer on preventably tragic footing as three black bears were killed by Conservation Officers this week after becoming addicted to non-natural food sources.
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