14 DAY TRIAL // A new report issued by the WCS (Wildlife Conservation Society), the NDOW (Nevada Department of Wildlife) and the University of Nevada says that black bears are finally making a comeback in this part of the United States.
As conservationists explain, black bears used to be quite a common sight in Nevada before the 1900s, yet disappeared shortly after the new century began, RedOrbit says.
However, judging by the fact that ever more people are reporting encounters with these animals in Nevada, one can only assume that the species is making a comeback.
Still, it appears that humans are also moving into their natural habitats, which is why efforts need be made in order to avoid any unfortunate incidents.
“We used this long-term study to determine if reported incidences were due to an increasing or expanding bear population, or people moving to where bears are located. The answer is both,” argues WCS Conservation Scientist Jon Beckmann.
Said report bases its claims that Nevada's black bear population is on the rise on data collected while monitoring and tagging such animals over a period of 15 years.