Japan has issued a safety warning to people visiting its mountains during autumn to watch out for bears. During that period, bears typically eat a lot of acorns, or nuts which grow on oak trees, as they prepare for winter hibernation. But the nuts are in short...
Japan has issued a safety warning to people visiting its mountains during autumn to watch out for bears.
During that period, bears typically eat a lot of acorns, or nuts which grow on oak trees, as they prepare for winter hibernation. But the nuts are in short supply in 2023, an environment ministry official said, which means hungry bears may emerge from their habitats and look for food elsewhere, including in human settlements.An official in charge of wildlife management advised visitors not to scream or run when encountering the animal.Shanghai-based Japanese restaurant under fire for offering ‘anti-radiation’ meals
In addition, it would help to carry bear bells, speak loudly and even carry bear spray, the authorities said.Between April and July 2023, there were a record 54 such cases, the highest since record-keeping began in 2007, according to NHK World.According to The Japan Times, the number may be higher because some cases would not have been reported.
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