News 2 Black Bears Seki 池尻, Gifu Apr 28, 2026, 03:00 PM

Description

In Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, there were five bear sightings between April 28 and May 2 — four in Ikejiri and one in Hiromi. At a residence in Ikejiri, four of six kept chickens were found dead on April 29, and on April 30 the burial site was dug up and bear tracks were confirmed nearby; the city and the hunters' association have set two box traps, conducted patrols, and posted warning signs.

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Summary

In late April in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, multiple bear sightings were reported and kept chickens were found killed at a residence in Ikejiri. The city, working with the hunters' association, has set box traps, increased patrols, and posted warnings to alert residents.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

2

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 03:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

35.509791, 136.881013

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