News Black Bear Koyahira, Mima City (Tokushima), Tokushima Oct 1, 2025

Description

In October 2025, an Asian black bear was mistakenly caught in a nuisance-wildlife trap in the forested area of Kawakami, Koyahira, Mima City. The site is about 1 km from the nearest settlement, and authorities say there is no observed increase in population or range and are urging calm.

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Summary

In October, an Asian black bear was mistakenly trapped in a nuisance-wildlife device in the Kawakami area of Koyahira, Mima City, about 1 km from the nearest settlement, sparking local anxiety. While recent injuries in Akita and Iwate have raised alertness, national authorities say there is no sign of increased numbers or range and are urging residents to remain calm.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Address

Coordinates

33.907256, 134.181518

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