Bears in Lake Mary, Florida, United States are not afraid of
humans anymore. Terri Frana, a 44-year old woman got her back of her head and
face bitten by a wild bear. According to Greg Workman of the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission, she had to undergo surgery to get stitches and
staples. 5 wild bears were shot by wildlife officers. Terri’s suburban home area is now invaded with bears. Police had advised
residences to not go out at night.In December, bear attacks started to rise. Susan
Chalfant; a 54-year old woman who lives nearby Longwood got attacked by a wild
bear while walking her dog. Neighbours found her bleeding non-stop at the
driveways.
“The fact that we have come
across so many bears with so little fear of humans indicates that these bears
are highly habituated and are regularly receiving food from people,” said Dave
Telesco, the FWC’s bear program coordinator.“Our
staff is dedicated to wildlife conservation. Having to put down these bears is
a very difficult decision, but it’s the right decision to ensure public safety.
Unfortunately, the saying is true: A fed bear is a dead bear.” – Reuters
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