During Missouri's fourth bear hunting season, hunters harvested 15 black bears from 400 permits.

During Missouri's fourth bear hunting season from October 21-30, hunters harvested 15 black bears. Of the 400 permits issued, 319 hunters participated. The harvest included 13 bears taken by firearms, one by archery, and one by crossbow. The gender breakdown was 10 males and 5 females. The successful season is attributed to drier fall conditions prompting bears to seek water more frequently, despite a potentially high acorn crop.

October 31, 2024
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