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Black Bears in Massachusetts

Black bears are becoming increasingly common in Massachusetts and are moving further to the east.

As fascinating as black bears are, on occasion they can cause problems for people. With the increasing number of bears found in many areas of Massachusetts, it is important for residents to brush up on their bear knowledge. Learn how to avoid conflicts by making sure your property and neighborhood are not attracting black bears.

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Massachusetts is Bear Country (from Massachusetts Wildlife Magazine) (PDF 3.87 MB)
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What to do if you encounter a black bear (PDF 452.03 KB)
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