Moving into fall means increased bear activity | Wyoming Game & Fish Department
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Wyoming Game and Fish warns of increased bear activity. Black bears are becoming more active now as they forage for extra calories before winter. Residents should expect to see more wildlife in the area as animals prepare to hibernate.
As fall approaches, bears are entering hyperphagia and consuming up to 20,000 calories a day to build fat reserves for winter. Local biologists note that recent drought conditions are pushing these animals to range further into residential areas of Jackson to find food. Residents should secure all attractants, especially garbage and fruit trees, to prevent dangerous encounters during this peak activity period.