Bear Attacks in Japan on the Rise
Japan is experiencing an unprecedented bear problem, with over 100 attacks since March, resulting in seven confirmed deaths.
The country's Ministry of the Environment reports that this is the highest number of fatalities on record since 2006.
Causes of the Bear Problem
- Decline of acorns, a staple in the bears' omnivorous diets, due to climate change.
- Bears roaming closer to towns in search of food.
Conservationists note that it may be more accurate to say that the bears are facing an unprecedented human problem, given the country's ecological and demographic issues.
Author's summary: Japan faces rising bear attacks amid ecological issues.
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