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Suttsu Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Suttsu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Suttsu reported a brown bear in Maruyama, Yubetsu Town, Suttsu on October 13, 2025, at 2:00, and it was seen in the evening. That is the freshest sign in a run of recent reports that also reached Suttu and Suttu Masadomaricho through October and late September.
Most of the activity has been centered in Suttu, with reports also turning up in Suttu Masadomaricho and Suttu Yaoicho. The pace was heaviest in September 2025 with 11 incidents, followed by October 2025 with 4, and Suttsu has recorded 41 brown bear sightings overall.
Suttsu Bear Incident Map
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9月下旬から10月上旬にかけて森町と八雲町に集中してるのか、同じ個体が移動してるのか気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Suttsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Suttsu?
Suttsu has 41 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 Suttsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Suttsu was on October 12, 2025 in Maruyama, Yubetsu Town, Suttsu, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Suttsu?
Recent bear sightings in Suttsu have been concentrated in Suttu (14), Suttu Tarukishicho (12), Suttu Masadomaricho (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Suttsu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Suttsu?
Suttsu 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.