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Aibetsu Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Aibetsu
Aibetsu had a Brown Bear report in Aibetsu Aizan on August 3, 2026. There were 4 incidents in the past 30 days, including 3 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are spread across Aibetsu, Aibetsu Aizan, and Aibetsu Higashimachi. The area has 60 recorded incidents in total.
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Aibetsu Aizan and Higashimachi are pulling most of these incidents in the past few months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Aibetsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Aibetsu?
Aibetsu has recorded 60 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Aibetsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Aibetsu was on August 2, 2026 in Aibetsu, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Aibetsu?
Recent bear sightings in Aibetsu have been concentrated in Aibetsu Aizan (16), Aibetsu Higashimachi (9), Aibetsu Kanatomi (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Aibetsu?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Aibetsu?
Aibetsu 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.