Key Facts
• August 31: A 1.1-meter female black bear was captured in an apple orchard.
• The bear was caught in a trap set in Takadate Kogen, Kuroishi City.
• August 30: A bear was sighted near the same orchard; likely the same individual.
• 15 bears have been captured in Kuroishi City as of August 31.
• Bear captures in the area surged from 3 to 15 in just over 3 weeks.
• Authorities urge residents to avoid risky areas and take precautions in the mountains.
Summary
A 1.1-meter female black bear was captured on August 31 in an apple orchard in Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture. The bear was found in a trap set in the Takadate Kogen area. Authorities believe it is the same bear spotted near the orchard the previous day. This marks a significant increase in bear captures, with 15 bears caught in the city as of August 31, compared to just 3 earlier in the month. Residents are advised to stay vigilant, avoid dangerous areas, and take safety measures such as traveling in groups and carrying noise-making devices when entering mountainous regions.
