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Ashibetsu Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Ashibetsu
Ashibetsu had a Brown Bear report in Ashibetsu Shinjocho on July 5, 2026. There were 5 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 Ashibetsu, Ashibetsu Shinjocho, and Ashibetsu Nakanookacho. The area has 157 recorded incidents in total.
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西芦別町に集中してるな。12月だけで3件も出てる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ashibetsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ashibetsu?
Ashibetsu has recorded 157 bear incidents in total, with 5 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 Ashibetsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Ashibetsu was on July 4, 2026 in Ashibetsu Shinjocho, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ashibetsu?
Recent bear sightings in Ashibetsu have been concentrated in Ashibetsu Nokanancho (17), Ashibetsu Kami-Ashibetsucho (12), Ashibetsu Asahimachi-Yuya (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ashibetsu?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 5 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Ashibetsu?
Ashibetsu 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.