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Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku 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 Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park
Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park had a Black Bear report in Shobara Saijocho-Kumano on May 8, 2026. There were 4 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Niimi, Shobara Saijocho-Fukuyama, and Shobara Saijocho-Kumano. The area has 62 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park?
Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park has recorded 62 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park was on April 27, 2026 in Niimi, Okayama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park?
Recent bear sightings in Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park have been concentrated in Shobara Saijocho-Hitotobara (6), Nichinan Odani (4), Nichinan Yato (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku Quasi-National Park?
Hiba-Dōgo-Taishaku 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.