Rare Sighting: Black Bear Makes an Appearance in Southeast Minnesota (VIDEO)
It's that time of year in Minnesota when you need to always be watching...because you never know when a black bear might show up. Multiple black bears have been spotted throughout the Land of 10,000 Lakes! The latest sighting of a black bear was in Southeast Minnesota and was caught on video.
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According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, there are about 13,000 to 18,000 black bears in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. While most of the black bears are found in the top 1/3 of Minnesota, there are usually some sightings of black bears in the spring in the southern portion of the state.
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Black bears typically try to stay away from people, so it can be challenging to see one if it is in the area. But thanks to a video that popped up on Facebook this week, by Camp Lacupolis, a bear sighting has happened in Southeast Minnesota. Camp Lacupolis is located north of Wabasha on Hwy 61, right on the Mississippi River. The bear caught on video was happily playing in the water. You can watch it below.
Black bear in the Mississippi River near Camp LaCupolis on Sunday. It was also seen crossing HWY 61 - Camp Lacupolis Facebook Page
How Big Do Black Bears Get in Minnesota?
According to pbs.org, black bears are the smallest of the three bear species and typically weigh between 150 pounds and 500 pounds. Adults can range between about 5 to 6 feet long if standing tall. When they are on all fours, they are typcially about 2 to 3 feet tall.
Check The Bear Sightings Map For Minnesota
See if black bears have been spotted in your area at the Bear Sightings Map here.
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