The bear's DNA was matched to 21 incidents of breaking into homes, leading to her capture alongside her three cubs.
While 64F was associated with these 21 break-ins, more than one bear might play the role of Hank the Tank. The CDWF stated that"this large black bear is one of multiple bears identified by the public last year as 'Hank the Tank' based on visual observations." The department added thathas been found at other property break-ins associated with"Hank" around the lake.
A large black bear stares at the camera in a snowy landscape."Hank the Tank" might actually be more than one animal.Bear 64F is rare in that she was not euthanized because of the danger she posed to locals, instead being relocated to the sanctuary. "Colorado Parks and Wildlife has the authority to approve only one such placement and is using that authorization for this bear. Relocation is not typically an option for conflict animals over concern that relocating an animal will relocate the conflict behavior to a different community.
A black bear eats garbage. The captured animal's cubs will not live with her, as hopefully they will be reintroduced to the wild.This comes due to a policy change in black bear management in California, which allows for alternatives to euthanasia in cases of problem bears where another option is available.
"CDFW's updated Black Bear Policy , released in February 2022, allows for the placement and relocation of conflict bears in limited circumstances when other management options have been exhausted and as an alternative to lethal actions."should be covering? Do you have a question about Hank the Tank? Let us know via [email protected].
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