Vermont’s bear population is above goal for fifth year
A bear feeds at a poorly secured dumpster. Proactively and reliably securing garbage, taking down birdfeeders, protecting backyard chickens with an electric fence and composting properly are essential to coexistence with Vermont’s abundant black bears. Photo from Vermont Fish & Wildlife
Vermont’s bear management strategy relies on habitat conservation and a sustainable, regulated bear hunt.
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