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Mutsu Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mutsu
Mutsu had a Black Bear report in Mutsu Nakanosawa on June 13, 2026. There were 29 incidents in the past 30 days, including 14 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Mutsu, Mutsu Ohatamachi, and Mutsu Ominato. The area has 1,731 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mutsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mutsu?
Mutsu has recorded 1,731 bear incidents in total, with 29 reported in the last 30 days and 14 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Mutsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Mutsu was on June 13, 2026 in Mutsu Nakanosawa, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mutsu?
Recent bear sightings in Mutsu have been concentrated in Mutsu Ohatamachi (13), Mutsu Sekine (10), Mutsu 大畑 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mutsu?
Activity is elevated. 14 of the 29 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mutsu?
Mutsu is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.