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Hino Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hino, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hino's most recent black bear report came on August 31, 2024 at 舟地, where 1 bear was seen moving. Earlier that month, another bear was moving in Nichinan Hanaguchi on August 4, 2024, and a bear was also moving in Hino on June 20, 2024.
The activity in Hino has been centered around places like 近江, Kusumi, 峠根, 井ノ原, 樽原, and 別所, with bears seen along roads, by the river, and in the mountains. The busiest stretch in the record came in June 2020 with 4 incidents, while August 2024 had 2 and May 2018 and August 2018 also reached 2 each. Across 17 black bear sightings in total, the pattern is a steady presence rather than a single isolated episode.
Hino Bear Incident Map
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17 incidents in one town is pretty concentrated for a place this size.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hino
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hino?
Hino has 17 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 Hino?
The most recent bear sighting in Hino was on August 30, 2024 in Hino 舟地, Tottori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hino?
Recent bear sightings in Hino have been concentrated in Hino 近江 (3), Hino 峠根 (2), Hino 井ノ原 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hino?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Hino?
Hino 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.