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Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park
Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park had a Black Bear report in Minamiuonuma on May 24, 2026. There were 18 incidents in the past 30 days, including 11 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports include Uonuma and Minamiuonuma. The area has 1,838 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park?
Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park has recorded 1,838 bear incidents in total, with 18 reported in the last 30 days and 11 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 Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park was on May 23, 2026 in Minamiuonuma, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park?
Recent bear sightings in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park have been concentrated in Uonuma Chukashinden (12), Uonuma (11), Uonuma Yunotani-imogawa (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park?
Activity is elevated. 11 of the 18 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park?
Echigo Sanzan-Tadami Quasi-National Park 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.