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Yoshii River Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Yoshii River
Yoshii River had a Black Bear report in Misasa Oze on June 19, 2026. There were 2 incidents in the past 30 days, including 1 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports include Kagamino Shimosaibara and Misasa Oze. The area has 145 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yoshii River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yoshii River?
Yoshii River has recorded 145 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Yoshii River?
The most recent bear sighting in Yoshii River was on June 1, 2026 in Kagamino Shimosaibara, Okayama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yoshii River?
Recent bear sightings in Yoshii River have been concentrated in Tottori Sajicho-Kawamoto (7), Misasa Yoshida (6), Tottori 西谷 (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yoshii River?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 2 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Yoshii River?
Yoshii River 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.