Bears in Cities: Wild Encounters in New Mexico | Santa Fe News

Bears are on the move in New Mexico and southern Colorado, with at least five urban sightings in the past day — including a dog walker bitten in Cedar Crest and a bear cub tranquilized in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights. Security cameras capture bears rummaging through yards and peering into homes, while Santa Fe rangers relocated a bear from Ashbaugh Park and Durango police used drones to track one strolling down a street. Officials warn residents to secure trash, remove bird feeders, and lock doors — even sliding glass ones — as bears are smart and capable of surprising attacks. If you encounter one, back away slowly; if attacked, fight back. Stay alert — these encounters aren’t just happening, they’re escalating. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d33a1c19a15965c2