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Bihoro Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Bihoro, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Bihoro saw a brown bear reported in Bihoro Hinami on November 11, 2025 at 09:00, the most recent incident in the area. That report follows other sightings in Bihoro through October 19, 2025, September 20, 2025, and August 16, 2025, showing that bear activity has remained active across the year.
The busiest stretch has been around July 2025, when 4 incidents were recorded, with August 2025 adding 2 more and April 2025 holding at 3. Bihoro has logged 149 brown bear sightings overall, with notable reports also coming from Bihoro Komaoi, Bihoro Akino, Bihoro Furuume, and Bihoro Toie.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Bihoro
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Bihoro?
Bihoro has 149 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Bihoro?
The most recent bear sighting in Bihoro was on November 11, 2025 in Bihoro Hinami, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Bihoro?
Recent bear sightings in Bihoro have been concentrated in Bihoro Toie (20), Bihoro Hinami (11), Bihoro Komaoi (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Bihoro?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Bihoro?
Bihoro is home to brown bears (Ussuri brown bear), which can weigh up to 500kg and are found only in Hokkaido. They are active from spring through autumn. Always carry bear bells and bear spray when hiking.