The Idaho Department of Fish and Game recently relocated an adult male grizzly bear following the death of a domestic calf near Highway 20 and the Buffalo River. The bear was captured, assessed, fitted with a radio collar, and relocated to a remote area in the Fish Creek drainage on Forest Service land. This relocation was done in accordance with state and federal laws to minimize conflicts between humans and grizzly bears. The bear had no known history of conflict prior to this incident, and authorities will continue to monitor its movements. Before any relocation, consultation with appropriate agencies is done to minimize future conflicts and increase the relocated bear’s chance of survival. This relocation serves as a management tool used by wildlife biologists to ensure the safety of both humans and bears. For more stories like this one, visit the website for the latest news and community events.
Source
Photo credit www.eastidahonews.com
Grizzly bear caught and moved to Island Park region
