Himalayan black bear seen at Kashmir University and SKIMS Wildlife department sets up trap cages

Over the past four days, a Himalayan black bear has been spotted at two major institutions in Kashmir: the University of Kashmir and the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, causing alarm among locals. The wildlife department has initiated efforts to capture the bear by setting traps, deploying drones, and reviewing CCTV footage. Recent changes in climate and food availability have kept black bears active through the winter, increasing sightings in urban areas. Officials urge citizens to avoid leaving garbage outdoors, as it attracts the bears.

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