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Lake Kutcharo Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Lake Kutcharo
Lake Kutcharo had a Brown Bear report in Hamatonbetsu Takasago on August 7, 2026. There were 22 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Sarufutsu, Hamatonbetsu Chuo-kita, and Hamatonbetsu Kutcharokohan. The area has 415 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Lake Kutcharo
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Lake Kutcharo?
Lake Kutcharo has recorded 415 bear incidents in total, with 22 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 Lake Kutcharo?
The most recent bear sighting in Lake Kutcharo was on August 6, 2026 in Hamatonbetsu Takasago, Hokkaido, where 2 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Lake Kutcharo?
Recent bear sightings in Lake Kutcharo have been concentrated in Hamatonbetsu (29), Sarufutsu (13), Hamatonbetsu Toyokanbetsu (13). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Lake Kutcharo?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 22 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Lake Kutcharo?
Lake Kutcharo 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.