Japan’s Bear Crisis: 50 Years of Urban Encounters & a Grim Future
Akita Prefecture Grapples with surge in Deadly Bear Attacks Japan’s Akita Prefecture is facing an unprecedented crisis: a dramatic increase in bear attacks. The year 2023 saw a staggering 62 incidents involving 70 people, far surpassing other prefectures. This alarming statistic has prompted urgent calls for action and a renewed focus on wildlife management strategies. … Read more