A mother bear and her cubs caused a stir in a Los Angeles neighborhood before being safely guided away, underscoring rising human-wildlife conflicts.

A mother bear and her three cubs were spotted in a residential yard in Encino, California, startling local residents and drawing crowds who observed from a safe distance. The wildlife encounter prompted authorities to respond, with officials advising the public to keep a safe distance, avoid feeding the animals, and secure trash and pet food. The bears were eventually guided away from the neighborhood, highlighting growing concerns about human-wildlife interactions in suburban areas due to habitat encroachment. Officials continue to urge residents to report sightings and take preventive measures to reduce future encounters.