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Sōsei River Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Sōsei River
Sōsei River had a Brown Bear report in Sapporo Fukui on July 30, 2026. There were 7 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 Sapporo Fukui, Sapporo Bankei, and Sapporo Yamanote. The area has 665 recorded incidents in total.
Sōsei River Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sōsei River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sōsei River?
Sōsei River has recorded 665 bear incidents in total, with 7 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 Sōsei River?
The most recent bear sighting in Sōsei River was on July 29, 2026 in Sapporo Fukui, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sōsei River?
Recent bear sightings in Sōsei River have been concentrated in Sapporo Maruyama-Nishimachi (8), Sapporo Hitsujigaoka (8), Sapporo Bankei (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sōsei River?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 7 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sōsei River?
Sōsei 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.