News Black Bear Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Oct 12, 2025
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Description
A dark figure filmed crossing the river on October 12 in the riverbed of the Fuefuki River in Fuefuki City was found to have antlers when the video was paused and was identified as a deer. The city found no traces such as bear fur or footprints, and experts say the sightings were likely misidentifications of deer.
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Summary
A dark figure filmed crossing the Fuefuki River last month was found to have antlers and was identified as a deer, not a bear. Although there were multiple reported bear sightings in the area this month, the city found no bear traces, and experts say the reports were likely misidentifications due to the abundance of deer nearby. Experts advise people to seek shelter in a safe place and to verify and report if they are unsure whether an animal is a bear.
Bear Type
Black Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Address
Fuefuki City, Yamanashi
Coordinates
35.647318, 138.639697
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