July is a time when bears are naturally on the move. Young male bears are leaving the areas where they were raised and can travel hundreds of miles in search of their own home ranges. Adult bears are also more active as the breeding season continues.
Seeing a bear doesn't necessarily mean it's lost or in trouble...this kind of movement is completely normal.
Sightings can be reported at MDWFP.com. More urgent issues such as aggressive behavior, property damage, or injured bears should be reported to 1-800-BE-SMART.
If you spot a bear:
-> Keep your distance.
-> Never feed or approach it.
-> Secure garbage, pet food, and other attractants.
-> Give it space, and it will usually continue on its way.
By removing food sources and allowing bears to remain wild, we can help ensure people and bears safely share Mississippi's outdoors.
To learn more about bear movement and how to live with bears, visit - https://bearwise.org/what-bears-do-in-july/
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