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Shaggy black fur and large size distinguish this animal from all other Adirondack mammals. The black bear has a short, inconspicuous tail. The body and legs are short. The head is broad with erect, ...

Food abundance and diversity is a critical part of Adirondack black bear habitat. Food availability also plays a key role in population dynamics. Lack of adequate food resources has been shown to have ...

“DEC’s priority is to ensure the safety of the public as outlined in the black bear response manual.” This story originally appeared in the Adirondack Explorer, a nonprofit news organization ...

“DEC’s priority is to ensure the safety of the public as outlined in the black bear response manual.” This story originally appeared in the Adirondack Explorer, a nonprofit news organization ...