A bear that wandered into the Taliin Bor area along the border between Bagakhangai District and Bayan soum has been captured through the joint efforts of the district’s Emergency Management Department, environmental inspectors from the capital, and local residents.
Authorities are planning to release the bear back into the wild in Erdene soum, Tuv province.
Bears previously entered Ulaanbaatar’s green zone on three occasions between 2018 and 2020. Last month, a group of bears was also spotted near a residential area in 2nd Bag of Tsagaan-Ovoo soum, Dornod province.
Bears may approach populated areas, livestock grazing areas, and settlements in search of food and water. A shortage of natural food sources, which can be worsened by drought or wildfires, as well as the presence of livestock carcasses and food waste, can attract bears to households and settlements.
What to do if you see a bear
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Remain calm and avoid sudden movements.
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If the bear approaches your belongings or food, leave them behind rather than attempting to retrieve them.
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Calmly make your presence known. Wild animals generally avoid humans, so speaking loudly or making other noises can help the bear recognize that you are a person.
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Avoid traveling alone in areas inhabited by bears, and do not approach bear dens or hibernation sites.
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If a bear poses an immediate threat, people have the right to defend themselves by any means necessary.
A bear that wandered into the Taliin Bor area along the border between Bagakhangai District and Bayan soum has been captured through the joint efforts of the district’s Emergency Management Department, environmental inspectors from the capital, and local residents.
Authorities are planning to release the bear back into the wild in Erdene soum, Tuv province.
Bears previously entered Ulaanbaatar’s green zone on three occasions between 2018 and 2020. Last month, a group of bears was also spotted near a residential area in 2nd Bag of Tsagaan-Ovoo soum, Dornod province.
Bears may approach populated areas, livestock grazing areas, and settlements in search of food and water. A shortage of natural food sources, which can be worsened by drought or wildfires, as well as the presence of livestock carcasses and food waste, can attract bears to households and settlements.
What to do if you see a bear
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Remain calm and avoid sudden movements.
-
If the bear approaches your belongings or food, leave them behind rather than attempting to retrieve them.
-
Calmly make your presence known. Wild animals generally avoid humans, so speaking loudly or making other noises can help the bear recognize that you are a person.
-
Avoid traveling alone in areas inhabited by bears, and do not approach bear dens or hibernation sites.
-
If a bear poses an immediate threat, people have the right to defend themselves by any means necessary.