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Kamo Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kamo
Kamo had a Black Bear report in Kamo on July 31, 2026. The only incident in the past 30 days was reported within the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are centered on Kamo. The area has 213 recorded incidents in total.
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12月8日の下高柳だけで同じ子グマが複数回報告されてるのか、それとも親子で複数頭いるのか、どっちなんだろう。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kamo
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kamo?
Kamo has recorded 213 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Kamo?
The most recent bear sighting in Kamo was on July 30, 2026 in Kamo, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kamo?
Recent bear sightings in Kamo have been concentrated in Kamo Shimotakayanagi (13), Kamo Kuromizu (11), Kamo Miyayorikami (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kamo?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Kamo?
Kamo is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.