Location
Description
A dead serow was found in Murone-cho, Ichinoseki, Iwate Prefecture, with scratch-like wounds near the right foreleg. The condition of the injuries suggests it was attacked by a bear.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
A dead serow was found in Murone-cho, Ichinoseki, Iwate, with scratch marks near its right foreleg suggesting a bear attack. Residents reported hearing animal growling in the area the day before, and authorities are urging caution.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 03:00 PM
Address
Ichinoseki 室根町折壁, Iwate
Coordinates
38.942689, 141.466434
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