31-year-old man injured by brown bear during mushroom picking in Trentino, Italy; bear tracking for euthanization.
A 31-year-old man was injured by a brown bear while mushroom picking in Trentino, Italy, near Rango. He sustained injuries to his back and arms but reached safety. Authorities are tracking the bear using DNA and intend to euthanize it upon capture. The attack occurred during hibernation season, though milder temperatures due to climate change have led to more winter bear sightings. Trentino has over 100 brown bears, and human encounters are increasing.
October 20, 2024
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