By now, it’s a well-known fact that bears are becoming more and more suburban, and Lake Tahoe is no exception. In fact, they’re also becoming lazier and lazier as they get used to the easy access to snacks in suburban neighborhoods – far less energy-consuming than foraging. In sweltering summertime, they’re not just looking for food, though; they’re also dying for somewhere to cool off, which is exactly what these bear cubs do in a fountain in someone’s yard.
While bears are extremely dangerous, it’s hard to beat the level of adorableness of these bear cubs having a pool party in someone’s fountain in Lake Tahoe.
Bear Wanders Into Suburbia in Lake Tahoe
Initially, it’s seemingly just one lone bear that’s a little out of place. The bear has wandered into Lake Tahoe suburbia with green lawns and neat houses. We see it eying the water fountain at the front of someone’s yard and we can only assume that it’s on the hunt for a cool relief in the sweltering summer heat.
Turns Out It’s a Mama Bear
Although any bear that’s in your yard is cause for alarm, when we see two bear cubs emerge, it becomes clear that this could potentially become an especially dangerous situation.
Mamas of all species are protective, but mama bears are especially so. The most dangerous type of bear isn’t the huge male defending its territory – it’s the mama bear with heightened protective instincts.
Time For a Dip
The two adorable bear cubs are immediately drawn to the fountain – for the mama bear, the fountain is at most a water bowl, but for these little guys, it’s a whole pool! They don’t hesitate for one second to get in and take what’s probably a much-needed dip together.
With temperatures soaring above 90°F in Lake Tahoe in summer, it’s no wonder that bears wander around looking for any chance to cool off, one of the main reasons that bear sightings are so much more common during this time of year.
A Third Cub Joins
The two bear cubs are playfighting in the fountain when yet another bear cub reveals itself! It curiously watches its two siblings in the water and curiously wanders along the edge of the fountain, which sadly doesn’t fit a third cub.
Now, it’s not everyday that you have four bears in front of your house, even in Lake Tahoe, and we can only image the shock of these homeowners when they watched their security camera footage.
Bears Adapting to Suburbia
Encounters between humans and bears are becoming more frequent in Lake Tahoe. The growing population of approximately 25,000 residents in the area has led to more frequent sightings of bears near homes.
This scene is a prime example of how bears are integrating into human environments – when they’d previously cool off in a lake or stream, now it can also be a decorative fountain in someone’s yard.
Importance of Staying Bear Aware
As bear sightings increase, it’s crucial for residents to remain vigilant. Keeping trash secured, avoiding leaving food outdoors, and installing bear-proof locks are essential measures.
Following these preventive steps is the best way to avoid potential conflicts between humans and bears – even if they might seem like nuisance, it’s far better than having to deal with a face-to-face encounter with these massive creatures.
Bears Becoming Lazy
Bears are drawn to residential areas because of easy access to high-calorie human food found in garbage cans, dumpsters, freezers, coolers, kitchens, and vehicles. Bears require between 5,000 and 30,000 calories a day, and with such abundant food sources in urban settings, they have little reason to seek wild forage elsewhere.
Essentially, as bears become more and more used to residential areas and their food treasures, they will also become more more lazy.
Why Is Human Food Bad for Bears?
Human food is harmful to bears because it disrupts their natural diet and foraging behavior. Reliance on easy-to-find human food can lead to malnutrition and increased human-bear conflicts. Additionally, bears accustomed to human food may become more aggressive and are often euthanized to protect public safety.
Bear Population Growth in Lake Tahoe
The bear population in the Lake Tahoe area has been steadily growing. Experts estimate there are about 500 black bears in the region. This growth is attributed to abundant food sources and suitable habitats. Residents are encouraged to coexist peacefully with these magnificent creatures.
How to Protect Your Property
To deter bears from entering your property, it’s recommended to install electric fencing around gardens, use bear-resistant trash cans, and remove bird feeders.
These measures can significantly reduce the chances of bears being attracted to your home, ensuring a safer environment for everyone. And, even if the hungry bears might not agree with you, keeping them out of your neighborhood and trash cans is for their benefit too. It will prevent them from becoming dependent on humans for food, and essentially ensure the species’ well-being and survival in the long run
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