Bird Feeders Are Drawing Bears to Your Yard | Anchorage News

Bears are invading neighborhoods—thanks to bird feeders acting like fast-food buffets. One feeder can feed a bear for days, and they’re scarfing it down in minutes, making them bolder and more likely to break into yards. A recent attack on a woman by a mother bear and her cubs? Yep, her bird feeders were the trigger. Experts urge removing feeders April 1st until November, securing trash and pet food, and staying bear-aware: travel in groups, make noise, carry bear spray. If you spot a bear, stay calm, back away slowly, or stand your ground and speak calmly if it sees you. Report any encounters to Fish and Game—your safety and theirs depend on it. 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/2b9b4b83b35db652