Black Bears Have Been Spotted in Brookfield

Black bears have been reported recently in the Tower Road and Cedar Hill Road areas. Do you know what to do if you see a bear?

 

Black bears are becoming increasingly common in Connecticut as the population continues to grow and expand. Reports of bear sightings, even in heavily populated residential areas, have been on the rise. The Wildlife Division has also seen an increase in the number of reported problems with black bears. The primary contributing factor to bear nuisance problems is the presence of easily-accessible food sources near homes and businesses. Fed bears can become habituated and lose their fear of humans. Bears should NEVER be fed, either intentionally or accidentally. 

 

Check the CT DEEP's "Do's and Dont's" page for info:http://www.ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp?a=2723&q=325930&deepNav_GID=1655