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Kyougatake Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kyougatake
Kyougatake had a Black Bear report in Ono Kakigashima on July 23, 2026. There were 4 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 Katsuyama 北谷町中尾, Katsuyama 北谷町谷, and Ono Kakigashima. The area has 713 recorded incidents in total.
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Kyougatake Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kyougatake
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kyougatake?
Kyougatake has recorded 713 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Kyougatake?
The most recent bear sighting in Kyougatake was on July 22, 2026 in Ono Kakigashima, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kyougatake?
Recent bear sightings in Kyougatake have been concentrated in Katsuyama 平泉寺町赤尾 (10), Katsuyama 長山町二丁目 (7), Katsuyama 平泉寺町大渡 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kyougatake?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kyougatake?
Kyougatake 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.