Bear Attacks in Japan on the Rise
Since March, bears have attacked over 100 people in Japan, with seven confirmed deaths, the highest number on record since 2006.
The Japanese Ministry of the Environment reports that the main factor contributing to these encounters is the dwindling acorn population due to climate change.
Conservationists explained that many of the island nation's bears rely on acorns as a staple in their omnivorous diets, and with the total number of acorns dwindling, bears are roaming closer to towns in search of food.
The country's ecological and demographic issues may be forcing bears into unprecedented encounters with humans, rather than the other way around.
Author's summary: Bears attack over 100 people in Japan due to climate change.
More News
- Inside the Chicago Resistance
- GERRY ADAMS: Liam Mellows’ words resonate through the years
- “Antifa” Protesters Charged With Terrorism for Constitutionally Protected Activity
- Trump commutes George Santos' prison sentence out of pity: "Horribly mistreated!"
- Chelsea enjoy thumping win at Forest - West London Sport
- Texas faces heightened wildfire threat amid ongoing drought
- Chelsea enjoy thumping win at Forest - West London Sport
- EDITORIAL: Tap resources to buoy nonprofits - The Garden Island
- Dan's Daily: Jagr Back; Team USA Makes Demands; Penguins Changes
- Coffee's delicious journey from tiny bean to tasty brew