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Ishikari River Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Ishikari River
Ishikari River had a Brown Bear report in Bibai 癸巳町奔美唄 on August 6, 2026. There were 4 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are spread across Bibai 癸巳町奔美唄, Bibai 盤の沢町本町, and Sunagawa 宮城の沢. The area has 132 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ishikari River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ishikari River?
Ishikari River has recorded 132 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Ishikari River?
The most recent bear sighting in Ishikari River was on July 5, 2026 in Shintotsukawa 字中央, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ishikari River?
Recent bear sightings in Ishikari River have been concentrated in Shintotsukawa (33), Shintotsukawa 字中央 (18), Shintotsukawa 字大和 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ishikari River?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Ishikari River?
Ishikari River 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.