News Brown Bear Ogawa district, Tomamae Town, Hokkaido, Hokkaido Nov 25, 2025, 09:00 AM

Description

In Ogawa district, Tomamae Town, Hokkaido, a male brown bear caught in a box trap was found and euthanized on the morning of November 25. The animal measured about 1.9 m in length and weighed approximately 380 kg; footage from November 11–12 showed a bear toppling a box trap and it is believed to be the same individual.

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Summary

On the morning of November 25 in Tomamae Town, Hokkaido, a large brown bear measuring about 1.9 m and weighing roughly 380 kg was caught in a box trap and euthanized. Local footage from early November showed a bear toppling a trap, and hunters believe it was the same individual. With bear activity persisting before hibernation this year, experts and authorities urge continued vigilance.

Bear Type

Brown Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 09:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

44.257267, 141.819619

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