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Bibai Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Bibai
Bibai had a Brown Bear report in Bibai 盤の沢町本町 on June 15, 2026. There were 2 incidents in the past 30 days, including 1 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports include Bibai 日東町 and Bibai 盤の沢町本町. The area has 21 recorded incidents in total.
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Five incidents in October alone, and they're hitting residential neighborhoods like Higashi-Mibai Tokiwa-dai and Chashinai directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Bibai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Bibai?
Bibai has recorded 21 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Bibai?
The most recent bear sighting in Bibai was on June 14, 2026 in Bibai 盤の沢町本町, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Bibai?
Recent bear sightings in Bibai have been concentrated in Bibai 日東町 (3), Bibai 日東町住吉 (2), Bibai 東明三条二丁目 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Bibai?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 2 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Bibai?
Bibai 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.