27 goats were killed by a bear on a Southern Alberta farm near Fort Macleod in two attacks last month.

A bear killed 27 goats on a Southern Alberta farm near Fort Macleod in two attacks last month, with 22 goats lost on September 13 and 5 on September 26. The bear's species remains unidentified, but initial tracks suggest it may be a black bear, as grizzlies are rare in the area. Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Services are investigating and have set traps. The incidents highlight concerns about human encroachment on bear habitats.