Wisconsin's 2024 bear hunt saw a record 4,285 bears harvested, up from 2,922 the previous year.

Wisconsin's 2024 bear hunting season saw a significant increase in bear harvest, with 4,285 bears taken compared to 2,922 last year. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources attributes the rise to reduced natural food availability and better bear body conditions. The state's bear population is estimated at about 23,000, with over 11,501 hunting licenses awarded this year.

November 19, 2024
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