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Seki Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Seki
Seki had a Black Bear report in Seki 板取 on May 31, 2026. There were 13 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Seki 武芸川町跡部, Seki, and Seki 板取. The area has 170 recorded incidents in total.
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October alone had four reports across different areas in Seki, which is pretty concentrated for a single month.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Seki
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Seki?
Seki has recorded 170 bear incidents in total, with 13 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Seki?
The most recent bear sighting in Seki was on May 28, 2026 in Seki, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Seki?
Recent bear sightings in Seki have been concentrated in Seki 武芸川町宇多院 (13), Seki 武芸川町小知野 (8), Seki 板取 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Seki?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 13 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Seki?
Seki 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.