Black Bears in Connecticut/Report a Black Bear Sighting

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Black Bears have established a presence in Connecticut, in recent years, even in heavily populated residential areas. Here are a few facts about bears from the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, that Connecticut residents should be aware of.

Connecticut enacted a new law regarding black bears on October 1, 2023, see the link on the State of Connecticut website for more details on the law and a list of Frequently asked Questions (FAQs): Bear Law FAQs (ct.gov)

FACTS:

TO AVOID ATTRACTING BEARS:

 IF YOU SEE A BEAR WHEN HIKING OR CAMPING:

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONCERNING BLACK BEARS AND TO REPORT BEAR SIGHTINGS:

Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection – The Basics of Living with Black Bears:  https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Wildlife/Bears/The-Basics-of-Living-with-Black-Bears

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SOURCE: Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection
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