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Mother Bear Searches for Cub Killed on Same Road
10 Sep
Summary
- A mother bear searches for her cub killed by a vehicle.
- This is the second cub lost on the same road in two weeks.
- Wildlife advocates call for reduced speed limits on Tahoe roads.
A heartbreaking video captures a mother bear in a wooded area near Truckee, California, desperately searching for her cub. The cub was fatally struck by a vehicle, marking the second cub lost on the same road within a fortnight. The BEAR League documented the mother bear's persistent calls and search into the night, with response teams attempting to keep her safe from traffic.
This tragedy underscores a growing concern over bear-vehicle collisions in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Six cubs have been killed on area roads recently, prompting wildlife advocates to urge motorists to slow down. The BEAR League argues that excessively high speed limits are a significant factor, leaving drivers with insufficient time to react to wildlife.
As bears enter their hyperphagia period before winter, their need for food intensifies, increasing road crossings and the risk of collisions. Wildlife officials advise drivers to reduce speed, remain vigilant, and avoid swerving or stopping for bears, as this can create more dangerous situations.
